About This Role
Job Summary
We are seeking an inspiring and skilled Dance Teacher to join our growing and dynamic team at an exciting stage of development. With student engagement in dance rapidly increasing, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape and contribute to a thriving and ambitious provision.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality curriculum lessons across GCSE and BTEC Dance, fostering both technical proficiency and a deep appreciation for performance and choreography. Alongside this, there is significant scope to lead and develop a vibrant co-curricular programme, including dance clubs and paid classes, further enriching the student experience. Applicants must hold a PGCE and/or a recognised dance teaching qualification.
We are particularly interested in teachers with specialisms in theatre dance, modern jazz and/or ballet, who can bring energy, expertise and industry-informed practice into the classroom and studio. A passion for performance, creativity and nurturing student confidence is essential.
This is an exciting time to join the team, as we continue to expand participation, raise standards and strengthen the professional delivery of our courses. The role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking and supportive environment.
Job description
At KTJ, we believe that teachers work most effectively within a collaborative and supportive environment that empowers them to reach their full potential. With a commitment to professional development, we offer opportunities for growth in a warm and welcoming student-centred environment. Join us and become part of a community that values creativity, embraces new ideas and encourages out-of-the-box thinking.
Key Duties
Teaching and Learning
To plan and prepare lessons;
To teach, according to their educational need, assigned students, setting high expectations for all;
To set and mark students’ work, including examinations;
To assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of students;
To give feedback to students which will help them to make good progress;
To adapt lesson planning to feedback received from students and their work;
Reporting and Assessing
To provide regular reports and grades for students in line with the School’s cycle;
To identify and raise students of concern;
To attend parent-teacher meetings and provide oral reports to parents;
To provide references for students, as requested;
To assess and report on prospective students, as requested;
To prepare examinations and tests for students, including common examinations and tests;
Other Duties
To take register as required in a timely fashion, and to alert a senior member of staff when concerned about the whereabouts of a student;
To ensure the classroom is presented as a vibrant and positive space for learning;
To promote the wellbeing of individual students and all assigned classes;
To promote good behaviour amongst students;
To act upon any concerns about students’ wellbeing, alerting the safeguarding team where necessary, and to ensure appropriate records are kept;
To communicate and consult with the parents of students;
To accompany students on school visits and trips;
To supervise students and student activities, as required;
To lead two extra-curricular activities weekly;
To play a role in marketing the School to prospective students and parents;
To cover lessons for absent teachers as required;
Secondary School
To attend and contribute to department meetings and other staff meetings, as required;
To contribute to department development plans and schemes of work, and to undertake tasks as delegated by the Head of Department;
To act as a mentor or Sixth Form Tutor for a group of students, providing guidance and advice on education, careers and social matters and leading PSHE lessons;
Professional Development
To continue to develop professional skills, through CPD, further reading, etc.;
To participate in the School’s focused development programme and performance management annually;
To take part in CPD initiatives run by the School, e.g. observation fortnight.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to security vetting.