About the role

Are you a qualified Dance Teacher looking for a new role? Are you passionate about inspiring young people through Dance and looking for a new opportunity from October 2026?

We are working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Burnley who are seeking an experienced Teacher of Dance to cover a maternity leave. The successful candidate will join a committed and supportive team and will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging Dance lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.

The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and the ability to plan and deliver innovative, engaging and inclusive lessons that meet the needs of pupils with a variety of abilities.

You will be responsible for teaching Dance lessons across the school and will be expected to contribute positively to the wider life of the department and school. The role offers an excellent opportunity for a passionate Dance Teacher to become part of a supportive school community.

Start date: October 2026
Contract: Full-time maternity cover
Location: Burnley, Lancashire

About the school

The school is a welcoming and supportive secondary school based in Burnley, Lancashire. They are committed to providing a positive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

You will be joining a dedicated team of teachers and support staff who are committed to providing high-quality education and creating engaging learning experiences for their pupils.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Teacher of Dance you will:

• Have experience teaching Dance at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Have excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Dance.
• Have experience planning and delivering engaging and inspiring lessons.
• Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of Secondary teachers.
• Have strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage and motivate pupils.
• Be available to commence the role in October 2026.

What we offer

As a Teacher working with Vision for Education, you will benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications, which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
• A supportive and friendly team throughout your placement.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good, and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a passionate Dance Teacher who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the opportunity to join a welcoming secondary school in Burnley from October 2026, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, contact the Vision for Education team.

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