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Dance Teacher – Secondary School | Rye | Part Time | September Start

Location:

Rye, East Sussex

Salary: MPS1–UPS3 (dependent on experience)

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Part Time

Are you an enthusiastic Dance Teacher who can inspire students through movement, creativity and performance? A welcoming secondary school in Rye is looking to appoint a talented and motivated Dance Teacher to join its Performing Arts department from September. This is a fantastic opportunity to nurture students' confidence, creativity and passion for dance in a supportive and well-resourced school. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), we'd love to hear from you.

• Teach Dance across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver engaging practical lessons that encourage creativity, teamwork and self-expression.
• Plan and assess lessons that support students of all abilities to achieve their potential.
• Contribute to school performances, showcases and extracurricular activities where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to promote a vibrant Performing Arts curriculum.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Dance in a secondary school setting.
• A passion for inspiring young people through the performing arts.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching and learning.
• Applications from ECTs are warmly welcomed.

• Competitive salary on the MPS1–UPS3 pay scale.
• A part-time role offering a positive work-life balance.
• A supportive leadership team and collaborative Performing Arts department.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
• A welcoming school community where creativity is valued and encouraged.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.