Role Overview
We seek to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate Part‑Time Dance and Perrforming Arts Teacher (50 – 70 %) to join our highly committed Performing Arts Team from September 2026. The role is based primarily at our Junior school with extra‑curricular activities for our Senior and Sixth Form Team. The purpose of the role is to passionately and enthusiastically teach and coach a variety of dance styles, including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Street Jazz and Acro. The role will be responsible for choreographing the Junior School productions and for offering extra‑curricular dance activities throughout the school. Above all, you must want the best for our pupils and put their needs first. You recognise the importance of educating the whole child within a broad curricular and co‑curricular programme and achieving high standards.
Qualifications
- Experienced in dance training, coaching and choreographic work
- Strong foundations in dance, ideally with a relevant teaching qualification (e.g., ISTD or RAD)
- Knowledge and experience of all styles within the musical‑theatre genre
- Experience of other dance styles, including contemporary, hip‑hop, salsa, street and non‑Western forms
- Ability to build and sustain collaborative working relationships and work as part of a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and high levels of emotional intelligence
- Positive, proactive and professional attitude
- Strong commitment to training the next generation of creative performers
- Willingness to adopt a flexible and adaptable approach to day‑to‑day workload
- Commitment to one's own professional development
- Enthusiastic team player, willing to participate fully in the school’s extra‑curricular programme and broader school life
- Engaged with the school’s ethos, thinking creatively and reflectively within an open, honest, hardworking team
Benefits
In return, we offer a positive working environment, supportive colleagues, regular professional development and training opportunities. Our timetables, class sizes and school culture support a healthy work‑life balance.
Application Process
To apply, download an application form from our website and complete it. Completed applications may be emailed to recruitment@clairescourt.com (no agencies) or posted to HR Department, Claires Court Schools Ltd, 1 College Avenue, Maidenhead, SL6 6AW. Applications must be received by 8.00 am on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. CVs will not replace the application form but may be submitted as additional supporting documentation.
