At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and train students in dance, preparing them for exams and performances.
- Company: Glenthorne High School, a vibrant community with a strong focus on the Arts.
- Benefits: Supportive environment, opportunities for creativity, and a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Be part of a successful school with excellent behaviour management and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help shape the next generation of performers.
- Qualifications: Experience in dance and a passion for teaching and inspiring students.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Glenthorne High School is a vibrant community where staff are appreciated and supported in their work. The school is well managed, and pupil behaviour is excellent, creating a calm environment where our pupils can achieve their full potential.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Dance Practitioner to join our thriving Arts Faculty and work alongside the Dance Department. The successful candidate will deliver specialist vocational dance training, providing students with opportunities to gain recognised qualifications such as RAD Ballet, ISTD, and other accredited vocational awards.
The role involves inspiring and supporting students of all abilities, preparing them for assessments and examinations, and helping them develop the technical, creative, and performance skills required for future study and careers within the performing arts industry. The practitioner will also contribute to performances, workshops, and enrichment activities that enhance students' learning experiences.
If you are a motivated dance professional with a passion for education and a commitment to developing the next generation of performers, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Glenthorne High School Dance department can offer you:
- The opportunity to work with colleagues who have a passion to inspire pupils.
- Well established behaviour management systems, pupils feel valued and supported and able to learn.
- A thriving and successful Dance Department with a strong reputation for achievement and participation.
- Opportunities to contribute to a wide range of performances, showcases, competitions, and enrichment activities.
- A welcoming, inclusive, and creative environment where the Arts are valued and celebrated.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' artistic, personal, and professional development.
Glenthorne High School is part of the Willow Learning Trust and is a National Teaching School with a specialism in the Arts. As a proud holder of the prestigious Platinum Artsmark, the school demonstrates an exceptional commitment to creativity, cultural enrichment, and high-quality arts education. The school is a mixed comprehensive academy with over 1,700 pupils. This is a genuine opportunity to join a popular and successful school and become an integral part of the academy's continuing success.
The Willow Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to protecting our pupils and staff and therefore have a rigorous recruitment process which includes assessing candidates’ suitability to work with children. We expect all staff to share this commitment and hold an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Closing date: 12pm 25th September 2026. We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.
Dance Practitioner employer: Glenthorne High school
Glenthorne High School is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, where teachers are valued and supported in their professional growth. With a strong commitment to continuous professional development, innovative teaching practices, and a well-resourced environment, educators can thrive while inspiring eager and well-behaved students. The school also offers unique benefits such as flexible working arrangements, health schemes, and a supportive community, making it an ideal place for passionate educators to make a meaningful impact.
