Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Job Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of Dance to join the outstanding team at Shelley College. We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs). We offer exceptional support, training, and opportunities for professional development. Contract: Fixed term for 12 months (maternity leave cover).
About Shelley College
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Shelley College is a proud partner academy in SHARE Multi-Academy Trust, a National Support School, and a National Teaching School. The academy provides excellent professional and career development opportunities for staff and an outstanding education for pupils. Shelley College has a sixth form and strong pastoral support to help students thrive and prepare for their next steps. The staff are friendly and supportive, with a committed team culture. Shelley College is located in a beautiful rural area with good commuting distance to Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield.
* A supportive and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to go beyond what they think they can achieve
* A vibrant place to work with a focus on valuing people and supporting personal best
* A commitment to staff happiness, engagement, and well-being
* Excellent training and guidance relevant to individual job roles
* Great benefits including outstanding CPD, supportive line management, and meaningful networking across the Trust
* Supportive leadership and a healthy work/life balance
* A high-quality teaching and learning environment with good facilities
* A culture where children are happy, settled and confident, with a broad and balanced curriculum
About SHARE Multi-Academy Trust
SHARE Multi-Academy Trust comprises Woodside Green Primary, Heaton Avenue Primary, Luck Lane Primary, Millbridge Primary, Royds Hall, Shelley College, Todmorden High School, Whitcliffe Mount School and Thornhill Community Academy. A central team provides services including School Improvement, Finance, ICT, HR & Payroll, Premises & Compliance and Governance Services. The Trust aims to recruit the very best talent and achieve the personal best for staff and students. More than six hundred people work across the Trust to provide the best education and service across all schools.
Our CPD commitment is strong, and training and development opportunities empower staff at every stage of their career. For teachers and leaders, fast-tracked developmental opportunities are offered, including NPQs, lead practitioner positions, and trainee senior leadership roles within Shelley College as part of the Teaching School Hub for Kirklees and Calderdale.
Application details
For more information, please download the application pack. Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday 8th October 2025. To be considered for an interview, please complete the application form and provide clear examples of how you meet each criterion. Incomplete applications or those that do not demonstrate how you meet the role requirements will not be shortlisted. Contact: shelley.recruitment@sharemat.co.uk for any questions about this vacancy or applying.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, and a prohibited from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.
We are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and characteristics.
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