We seek to appoint a highly effective and outstanding Head of Dance. This is a part time (0.5), fixed-term position from

Monday 4 January 2027 until Friday 31 March 2028.

This role is to teach and oversee the management of A Level Dance. Dance is a popular course with 16 students currently

enrolled and the course expanding each year. Units covered in Dance include: practical performance, including solo and

quartet work, choreography, and critical engagement through the study and analysis of professional dance works,

practitioners and the historical development of dance.

You would be the sole teacher within Dance, however, there is a strong collaborative and supportive approach amongst

all colleagues, and you will work closely with the Performing Arts, Drama and Digital Music team due to the performance

element. We also run a dance show to showcase all students’ practical work in preparation for their exams as well as extra

curriculum routines that have been choreographed .The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for the teaching Dance

at Post-16 and have the ability to inspire students both practically and academically. They will deliver highly effective

lessons, utilising techniques and practices that are evidence based and engage all learners.

The Head of Subject (HOS) is the expert in their area and has strong knowledge of the course specification, structure and

format. They will utilise their expertise and understanding as well as consulting team members to make final decisions on

course specific matters. HOS’ do not directly manage staff performance and compliance with core college processes this is

monitored by SMT. Main areas that contribute to course quality that HOS has responsibility for: Teaching and learning

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