Head of Dance

People Dancing; Woking; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent dance organization in Woking is looking for an inspirational Head of Dance to lead and enhance dynamic dance courses. The successful candidate will work alongside Deputy Heads, overseeing a talented team across various dance styles. Key responsibilities include providing creative direction, contributing to teaching and choreography, and ensuring alignment with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in dance or musical theatre and strong leadership skills. This position promises a dynamic role in shaping the future of dance education.

Qualifications

• Experienced in performing or educating in dance and/or musical theatre.
• Deep understanding of artistic practices and industry expectations.
• Strong leadership and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide creative direction for all dance training.
• Contribute to teaching and choreography across classes.
• Maintain and develop a skills syllabus for progression.
• Collaborate with faculty to align with academic standards.
• Support student recruitment and outreach initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Choreography

Teaching

Communication

Job description

Interview Date: December 2025 with a view to starting from February 2026

Are you an experienced dance practitioner or creative with a strong track record in teaching, choreography and industry-leading professional practice?

We are seeking an inspirational Head of Dance to lead and enhance our dynamic, industry-focused Dance courses. Working alongside two Deputy Heads of Dance, you will oversee a talented team of salaried and sessional tutors across Jazz, Tap, Commercial, Ballet, Contemporary, and Additional Skills, ensuring students receive exceptional, rigorous, and forward-thinking training.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide creative direction and quality assurance for all dance training at Italia Conti
• Contribute directly to teaching, choreography, and direction across classes, projects, and productions
• Maintain and develop a skills syllabus supporting progression from entry to graduation
• Collaborate with Course Leaders, faculty, and senior management to ensure provision is innovative, relevant, and aligned with academic and industry standards
• Support student recruitment, outreach, widening participation, and act as Year Tutor where required.

About You

• Experienced as a professional performer, creative, or educator in dance and/or musical theatre
• Deep understanding of current artistic practice, industry expectations, and graduate skill requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaborative approach
• Ability to support students with varied confidence and experience across triple-threat disciplines.

How to Apply

For further information and details of how to apply, visit the website - link below.

Closing date: 6.00pm on Sunday 7 December 2025.

LCB Depot, 31 Rutland Street
Leicester, LE1 1RE
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