Dance Teacher
Outwood Academy Foxhills
Apply through the verified listingAre you a dedicated and highly effective educator committed to raising the achievement of all students within your subject area? Join us as a Teacher, where you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality learning, utilising a range of teaching and learning strategies to ensure student success.
This position requires a professional who is aware of strategies for improving learning, understands curriculum developments, and is creative in finding solutions to enhance student performance.
Welcome from the Principal
I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Foxhills in Scunthorpe, a specialist in transformative education and a proud member of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust.
We are an 'Outstanding' rated school by Ofsted, recognised as one of the highest performing in the Local Authority. Our relentless pursuit of first-class learning ensures our students make, on average, over half a grade more progress across all subjects than students nationally.
What truly sets us apart is our incredible, dedicated team. They are motivated by a shared belief in the transformative power of education and a commitment to our vibrant community. We value collaboration, innovation, and a growth mindset.
We empower our staff to do their best work, supported by outstanding training and CPD. If you share our passion for making a real difference and want to shape the next stage of your career, we would be delighted to welcome you. I look forward to meeting you.
About the Department
As the sole Teacher of Dance within the academy, you would be working alongside the PE department, who are a hard-working and close team of four teaching staff. The team work hard to provide a dymanic and progressive environment for all students to be able to achieve. You will be part of this helpful and supportive team, who are always looking to improve student outcomes and offer a wide range of extra curricular activities.
Responsibilities
The Teacher is expected to implement and use a wide range of teaching and learning strategies within the classroom, applying techniques like Assessment for Learning (AfL) to continually improve student performance. A core duty involves effectively using student level data to identify areas for development and raise standards.
This professional must be aware of strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students, alongside possessing a good understanding of curriculum developments within their specific subject area. The role requires maintaining high expectations for all students and effectively communicating with students and their parents, both orally and in writing. The teacher is expected to work collaboratively as part of a team, sharing good practice across the department, and demonstrating creativity in problem solving and a willingness to adopt new approaches.
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Qualifications
Essential qualifications include a degree in an appropriate discipline related to the relevant subject and a teaching qualification coupled with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Required experience includes recent and relevant teaching experience (either in employment or training) and experience of assessment at Key Stage 3 and 4.
The successful candidate will be confident in using standard computer packages (word processing, email, and spreadsheets) and understand how these tools can enhance student learning. The role demands high levels of professionalism, including the ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner, and a capacity to recognise potential child safeguarding issues.
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About Us
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:
Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis).
Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
Further Information on employee benefits can be found here
To find out more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO, please click here
If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now.
If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Sarah Surfleet, HR Assistant, at [email protected]
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Closing date: Midday on 16 November 2026.
Interview date: 25 November 2026.
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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
