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.
The Role

• 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.