Dance Teacher

Worldwide Teaching Ltd; Oldham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Teaching Ltd is seeking a Dance Teacher to deliver engaging, practical dance lessons to pupils in a secondary school setting in Oldham. No QTS required; candidates with relevant dance experience are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

You will cover a range of styles, develop technique and performance skills, and contribute to the wider school curriculum and extracurricular activities. Opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• No QTS required; relevant dance experience welcomed.
• Ability to teach across dance styles and adapt to pupil needs.
• Open to candidates with diverse backgrounds in dance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging dance lessons for secondary pupils.
• Teach a range of dance styles depending on experience.
• Develop pupils' coordination, rhythm, and performance.
• Choreograph routines and support pupil performances.
• Encourage creativity, teamwork, and confidence.
• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Adapt activities for different abilities and learning needs.
• Provide constructive feedback to improve technique.
• Support pupils' physical development and performing arts engagement.
• Collaborate with school staff on curriculum and extracurriculars.

Skills

Dance experience

Teaching experience

Adaptability

Job description

Dance Teacher - Secondary School

Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Salary: £110-£230 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full Time - Temporary, Term Time Only
Hours: 8:30am-3:00pm

Start Date: After October Half Term

Turn Your Passion for Dance into a Rewarding Teaching Opportunity.

Are you a passionate dancer, dance instructor or aspiring teacher looking to share your skills and inspire the next generation?

Cover People are currently recruiting for Dance Teachers to work in secondary schools across Oldham, supporting pupils to develop their dance skills, creativity, confidence and performance abilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for qualified and unqualified dance teachers, experienced instructors, professional dancers and individuals with a passion for dance who are looking to gain experience in a school environment.

Whether you have previous classroom experience or have spent your career teaching dance in studios, academies, clubs or community settings, we want to hear from you.

With competitive daily rates of £110-£230, depending on your experience and qualifications, this is an excellent opportunity to turn your passion for dance into a rewarding role in education.

About the Role

As a Dance Teacher, you will have the opportunity to deliver engaging and practical dance sessions to secondary school pupils, helping them develop their technique, coordination, creativity and performance skills.

You will play an important role in creating an inclusive and positive learning environment where pupils can express themselves, build confidence and explore different styles of dance.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Planning and delivering engaging dance lessons and practical sessions.
• Teaching a range of dance styles and techniques, depending on your experience.
• Developing pupils' coordination, rhythm, movement and performance skills.
• Choreographing routines and supporting pupils with dance performances.
• Encouraging creativity, teamwork, self-expression and confidence.
• Managing behaviour and maintaining a safe, positive learning environment.
• Adapting activities to meet different abilities and learning needs.
• Providing constructive feedback to help pupils improve their technique.
• Supporting pupils' physical development and engagement in the performing arts.
• Working alongside school staff to support the wider curriculum and extracurricular activities.

You do not need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a formal teaching qualification to apply. We welcome applications from individuals with relevant dance experience, including those who have never worked in a school before.

Who Are We Looking For?

This role is ideal for a wide range of candidates, including:

Qualified Dance Teachers - If you hold a teaching qualification and have experience delivering dance lessons in secondary schools or other educational settings, we'd love to hear from you.

Dance Instructors - You may currently teach in a dance studio, academy, performing arts school or community setting and want to bring your skills into a secondary school environment.

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