Head of Dance

Summary:

Head of Dance required at a specialist arts school. Lead and inspire through dance education.

About the School:

A school with a strong focus on Performing and Visual Arts, committed to fostering creativity and innovation in a diverse and inclusive environment.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Dance, you will lead a successful and dynamic Performing Arts Faculty, delivering high-quality dance education across all key stages. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of dance at a school where the arts are central to student success and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the dance department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Deliver engaging and innovative dance lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Develop and lead a wide range of extra-curricular and performance opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Performing Arts Faculty to create and deliver high-quality productions.
• Support and mentor teaching staff within the department.
• Ensure the curriculum meets the needs of all students and aligns with the school’s values and vision.
• Promote the importance of dance and the arts within the school and wider community.
• Maintain and develop relationships with local and national dance organizations and institutions.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified teacher with experience in dance education.
• Strong subject knowledge and expertise in dance.
• Experience teaching across key stages.
• Leadership experience within a school or educational setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to inclusive and innovative teaching practices.

Preferred

• Experience in leading a department or faculty.
• Experience with extra-curricular and performance-based activities.
• Familiarity with current dance and performing arts trends and practices.
• Experience in a specialist arts school or similar setting.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Generous PPA time with a 20% timetable allocation.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with a focus on workload management.
• Excellent facilities and resources for teaching and performance.