Re you passionate about inspiring students through dance and performing arts? Do you thrive in a creative and dynamic environment?The Canterbury Academy Trustis seeking an enthusiastic and talentedTeacher of Danceto join our vibrant Performing Arts Department on a maternity cover basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality dance education to students across a range of ages and abilities, fostering their creativity, skills, and passion for performance.
Key responsibilities:
* To teach Dance to groups of students from all abilities across years 7 – 11. Sixth form teaching may also be required.
* To ensure that all lessons are planned with clear aims and objectives.
* To ensure that all lessons are delivered in line with the departmental schemes of work and school policies.
* To take into account the differing abilities of students and differentiate work accordingly.
* To encourage all students to be actively engaged in their own learning and in reviewing their progress against targets.
* To encourage and foster intellectual curiosity.
* To set appropriate tasks and challenges for homework according to the published timetable, and ensure that it is regularly marked with constructive feedback.
* To keep careful records of student progress in line with departmental and school policy.
* To ensure that there is a high standard of display work in the classroom, which is changed frequently.
About you
We are looking for someone who has/is:
* Qualified Teacher Status
* A secure knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills essential for students in match
* Agood knowledge of the National Curriculum relating to AQA GCSE & A-Level Dance/BTEC National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Level 3 (Dance)
* Anability to use a range of imaginative teaching strategies to engage pupils
* Able to establish a safe and purposeful classroom environment
* Able to motivate and inspire pupils
* Knowledge of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety, security, equal opportunities and confidentiality
* A positive approach to problem solving
* A calmness under pressure / resilience
What We Offer:
* The opportunity to work in a dynamic Performing Arts Department with state-of-the-art facilities.
* A supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunities for professional development during your time with us.
* The chance to contribute to a school community with a strong reputation for the arts.
Please download and read our recruitment pack for a full job description and person specification.
If you’re ready to bring your skills to a dynamic school environment, please submit your applicationby Friday 27th March at 9am.
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