Dance Teacher

Location: Croydon
Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover (approx. 3.5 days per week)
Start date: January 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London)

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Teacher of Dance to join our vibrant Performing Arts and PE Faculty on a part-time, fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. The post equates to approximately 3.5 days per week and will begin in January 2026.

The successful candidate will teach Dance across KS3–KS5, as well as KS3 Physical Education, and will play a key role in maintaining the high standards of creativity, performance, and participation within the department.

About the school

The school is a thriving, mixed 11–18 secondary school in Croydon, with a strong reputation for both academic excellence and creative achievement. Our Performing Arts provision is central to school life, with Dance featuring prominently in our productions, showcases, and extracurricular opportunities.

You will be joining a talented and supportive team within a school that values professional development and encourages innovation in teaching and learning.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Dance Teacher you will:

• Be a qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) with a specialism in Dance.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• QTS/QTLS

Key responsibilities

As Dance Teacher you will be responsible for:

• Being an enthusiastic team player who brings creativity, energy, and positivity to school life.
• Demonstrating a strong commitment to inclusive practice and high expectations for all learners.
• Having the ability to deliver engaging, imaginative, and high-quality Dance lessons across all key stages.

What the school offer

In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call David Singh on 0207 065 7525 or email [email protected].