Self-Employed Dance Teacher (Primary Schools)
Location: Manchester, M11
At FIFTH Movement, we are passionate about creating healthier, happier communities by inspiring children through movement. We partner with schools across Greater Manchester to deliver high-quality active clubs, curriculum PE, and specialist programmes that enrich children's education. Our focus is on building confidence, promoting physical activity, and helping schools deliver engaging and sustainable provision.
Our values centre on integrity, accountability, passion, and care, we aim to make a real difference in children's lives while supporting teachers with the skills and confidence to embed movement and activity into everyday learning.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Dance Teacher to join FIFTH Movement on a self-employed basis. The successful candidate will work in one of our partner primary schools to deliver Dance lessons that both engage pupils and upskill teaching staff through CPD (Continuous Professional Development).
You will use the school's existing scheme of work to interpret lesson plans, teach pupils, and guide teachers to develop their confidence in delivering the dance curriculum independently.
Key Details:
* Availability required: Thursdays & Fridays, 12pm – 4pm
* Work directly with pupils while providing CPD to class teachers
* Bring dance to life in line with the school's scheme of work
* Support the school in building sustainable Dance provision
Requirements:
* Recognised Dance qualification
* Enhanced DBS certificate (essential)
* Experience delivering Dance in schools or to children
* Safeguarding training & First Aid certificate (desirable, not essential)
Why Work With FIFTH Movement?
* Be part of a values-driven organisation making a difference in schools
* Flexible freelance opportunity during school hours
* Play a key role in shaping children's learning and teachers' development
Application Process
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis as applications are received, so we encourage early applications.
Job Type: Freelance
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6.5 per week
Experience:
* Dance: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Enhanced DBS (preferred)
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person