Sports Coach (Dance)

Shrewsbury School; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Shrewsbury seeks a Sport Coach (Dance) to cover maternity leave. The role involves teaching dance at various levels, enhancing students' skills, and collaborating with other departments in performances. Candidates must have teaching experience at the Intermediate level or beyond, hold an Advanced level qualification, and possess a first aid qualification. The closing date for applications is 9 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience teaching to Intermediate level or beyond.
• Must hold an Advanced level qualification.
• First aid qualification is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach dance classes of various genres as part of the sports and activities programme.
• Collaborate with the music department for annual concerts.
• Provide an enjoyable and hardworking environment for students.

Skills

Experience teaching to Intermediate level or beyond

Advanced level qualification

First aid qualification

Job description

Overview

Shrewsbury School seeks to appoint a Sport Coach (Dance) on a fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave. We are looking for candidates with experience of teaching to Intermediate level or beyond and hold an Advanced level qualification and a first aid qualification.

About the Dance Department

The Dance Department at Shrewsbury School is located in the newly built Barnes Theatre, which has two state-of-the-art drama and dance studios. Dance classes of many genres and standards are held throughout the week as part of the sports and activities programme. These classes are designed to either enhance the skills of those who have danced before, or to encourage those who haven’t danced to try something new.

Department Focus

The dance department is a big part of the Performing Arts at Shrewsbury School and continues to grow each year, with collaborations with the music department in annual concerts. Members of the dance department are dedicated to providing an enjoyable yet hard working environment for students at Shrewsbury School.

Application details

Closing date: Midday, Thursday, 9 October 2025

Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity, we reserve the right to appoint ahead of the closing date. A full application pack is available to download, including all relevant documents required to apply on our website. Application Forms should be sent to [e-mail]. If you wish to submit a postal application please call 01743 280834 for further information. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Safeguarding

Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will undergo thorough child protection screening including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service.