Company Summary

The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) is a registered educational charity and membership association. Our mission is to educate the public in the art of dancing in all its forms: to promote knowledge of dance; provide up-to-date techniques for members and maintain and improve teaching standards.

With approximately 6,000 members in over 55 countries worldwide, the Society conducts approximately 90,000 examinations each year. We are proud to have a vibrant international member community, supported by five dedicated International Representatives who provide regional support, insight, guidance, and advocacy. This global network is further strengthened by our dedicated international Facebook groups - a space for members to connect within their region, share experiences, collaborate, and stay informed.

Summary of Role

The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) is seeking to appoint two freelance Assessors to assess learner work for the Level 4 Diploma in Dance Education (DDE) – Unit 5: Child Development. This is a self-employed, remote contractor role, working variable hours during set assessment windows across the academic year.

Role: Assessor (DDE Unit 5: Child Development
Contract type: Self-employed contract on freelance basis
Location: Remote
Hours: Variable; must be available during all assessment windows (three per academic year)
Rate: £38.43 per hour
Standardisation: Up to 3 days per year (mandatory; unpaid)

Key areas and responsibilities

Assess written learner evidence for Unit 5: Child Development in accordance with ISTD standards, assessment criteria, learning objectives, and marking guidance.
Provide clear, constructive feedback and submit marks/reports in the agreed format and within designated timescales.
Work closely with the Lead Assessor and ISTD Quality Assurance team; act on QA feedback and promptly address any notified errors.
Maintain accurate assessment/achievement records and retain assessment notes for six months for verification, then securely destroy in line with GDPR requirements.
Apply reasonable adjustments as notified by the Quality Assurance team.
Identify and report any potential malpractice or irregularities in assessments.
Attend annual professional development and standardisation meetings to ensure consistent assessment decisions.
Always maintain confidentiality and declare any conflicts of interest relating to candidates, Approved Dance Centres, or Tutors.

Person specification

Essential

A recognised degree in dance education or child development (dance-related subject).
Minimum three years’ experience teaching dance education and/or child development in dance at Level 4 or higher.
Demonstrable advanced knowledge of child development in dance education (e.g., lecturing, publications, conference/webinar leadership).
Experience of assessing and marking written work at Level 4 or higher (preferably for a regulated qualification).
Commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity within assessment processes.
Effective time management, reliability, and the ability to meet agreed deadlines.

Desired but not essential:

Master’s degree in dance education or child development in a dance-related subject.
Additional languages, fluency in Italian or Greek.

Equal opportunities

The Society values diversity of thought and experience. We welcome applications from anyone regardless of their age, disability, ethnicity, heritage, sexuality, gender and socio-economic
background. If you have any access needs or there are any barriers to access, please let us know in your application or contact hr@istd.org

How to apply

Please email your CV and cover letter to hr@istd.org before the closing date, quoting reference: Assessor_DDEU5_Deputy_2404.

Applications close: Friday 24 April 2026

Interviews: w/c 04 May 2026

Start date: w/c 01 June 2026

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