Teacher of Dance

St. Bede’s CollegeCandidate Information PackTeacher of DanceFull Time (Part time will be considered for the right candidate)Application Deadline: 6 February 2026thSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWe are a community of believers who aspire to provide the students inour care with an education of excellence rooted in and sustained by ourshared commitment to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, knowingthat we are created by Him and inspired by truth, committed toourselves and to each other, grateful to our families and in awe of theworld around us.Through the values, with which Cardinal Vaughan opened the doors ofthe school 150 years ago, we recognise that every member is equal in theeyes of God and worthy of respect. Like him, we continue to pursueacademic excellence, civilised standards of behaviour and an awarenessof traditional family values underpinned by the Gospel message and theteachings of the Catholic Church.MISSION STATEMENTSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWelcomefrom the HeadteacherSt Bede’s is a unique place, where youngpeople are nurtured and supported in order toflourish and reach their full potential. TheCollege is extremely proud of its Catholicheritage. It has been educating young peoplewith respect, dignity and compassion for over140 years and it is through our dedicated staffthat this is possible.Thank you for taking the time to consider StBede's. Throughout our history, the Collegehas encouraged its pupils to be confident andsuccessful whilst modest young people, able tomake the right decisions when the momentsarise. Our core values remain unchanged – thetimeless Catholic qualities of humanity,compassion and empathy for others, and welook forward to welcoming colleagues whoshare them.Mrs Maria KempHeadteacherSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWelcomefrom Head of PrepMrs Claire HuntI am delighted you are considering working at StBede's College, of which the Prep school is anintegral part. From the Early Years FoundationStage through to the end of a child’s primaryjourney in Prep 6, our curriculum is bright, pacy,engaging and varied. Highly qualified andspecialist teachers, together with small class sizesprovide the best possible education for each andevery child in the Prep.Our approach to education stems from our deepCatholic roots and is a combination of highacademic standards and a commitment to themoral and spiritual development of each child.Happy children are those who feel valued, whosestrengths and individual achievements arecelebrated. The Prep is an ideal place for childrento develop a life-long love of learning wherecuriosity thrives in our vibrant and forwardthinking environment in which to grow and learn.St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWhile I definitely benefited academically, the most valuablething I got from my time at St Bede’s is the friends andfamily that I have still - twenty years after leaving. Thebiggest endorsement I can give is that I send my ownchildren there, hoping they will have the same positiveexperience. John BoylanOld Bedian (1994-2001)St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWelcome to St. Bede’s CollegeA Catholic HMC Independent College for boysand girls aged 3-18On 7 January 1876, CardinalVaughan opened the doors of StBede's College in Manchester. Thethirst for knowledge and search fortruth that characterised the life of StBede was the founding idea of acollege designed to foster in its pupilsa love of learning. Almost a centuryand a half later, the school remainsfaithful to that founding idea: its aimis for students to reach their fullpotential and become true leaderscapable of building a better world. Christ remains at the centre andheart of the school, and pupils areseen as the children of God they are,regardless of their background ortheir own faith journey.St. Bede's College strives to work inpartnership with parents in order tobecome a centre where they can findall the support, service and advicethey need. The College has a rich life,full of opportunities accessedthrough the house system, co-curricular activities and the students'own initiatives, all of whichcontribute to the positive growthmindset transmitted by its founder.While excellent teaching and smallclass sizes contribute to its students’academic success, St Bede’s is equallycommitted to holistic education,allowing children to shape theirfuture in accordance with theiruniqueness. St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackTeacher of DanceSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackTeacher of DanceDepartment OverviewDEPARTMENTPerforming ArtsDIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TOHead of Performing ArtsCOMMENCINGSeptember 2026 (Earlier ifpossible)The Performing Arts department at St Bede's College covers the threesubject areas of Drama, Dance and Music. The Department currently consists of four teachers, two of whom teachDrama, one teacher of Dance, and one of Music.  We are a friendly and collaborative team that works cohesively andsupports one another to bring dance, music and performance to Bede’s. Join our dynamic Performing Arts Department, a vibrant hub ofcreativity and innovation, where storytelling comes to life through bothcontemporary and classic performances. Each year, our departmentdazzles audiences with a spectacular musical production that showcasesthe incredible talents of our students and staff. Additionally, we bring thetimeless works of Shakespeare to the great outdoors with our much-anticipated "Shakespeare on the Lawn" event, offering a unique andengaging theatrical experience.St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackTeacher of DanceDuties and responsibilitiesA full-time teacher would be expected to teach up to 29 lessons a week of 45-minutes each (Early Career Teacherscan expect a reduced contact time and a full program of support). Typically all members of the Department teachthroughout the College (3-18). You will also play a vital role in choreographing our annual musical, bringingcreativity, energy and cohesion to the production. Teachers are expected to contribute to co-curricular activities and the vast majority of teachers have a small formgroup. The form tutor mentors, teaches PSMEE and promotes the general progress and wellbeing of individualpupils in their group. We warmly welcome candidates with open minds and hearts who seek to bring joy into the classroom and beyond.We teach enthusiastically and to a high standard and relish the idea of a like-minded individual joining thedepartment. St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWe came to visit the school on an Open Day and yourstudents took us around on a tour of the school. As theywere talking to us and showing us around the differentdepartments, we really got to know them and we thoughtwe would like our child to be like them.St. Bede’s ParentsSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackSafeguarding DutiesEvery pupil should feel safe and protected from any form of abuse.  St Bede's College is committed to safeguardingand promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share thiscommitment.  Adults in our school take all welfare concerns seriously and encourage children and young people totalk to us about anything that worries them. We will always act in the best interest of the child.All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding and undertake regular training and updates, beyond statutoryrequirements. All members of the pastoral team undertake full DSL training and are led by an Assistant Head incharge of Safeguarding. Shortlisted candidates will need to disclose relevant criminal history. This post is exempt from the ROA 1974 and,therefore, the successful candidate will have to have an enhanced DBS and barred list check. References will be sought from all shortlisted candidates.All child protection policies can be found here. St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackOur vision is to see our pupils grow as true leaders in the21st century; we believe that character development willhelp them to achieve their potential, lead responsibly andbuild a better world. Mrs Maria KempHeadteacherEssentialDesirableQualificationsStrong academic background and subject knowledge. A good honours degree.A relevant degree in dance or performing artsQTS (the College would consider applications from PGCE students)ExperienceExcellent classroom practitioner (or potential to be)Successful teaching experience up to and including GCSE DanceExperience of choreographing for large scale productionsExperience of organising shows and productionsExperience as a Form TutorEvidence of contributing to co-curricular work of a departmentAbilitiesAbility to stretch our best and brightest studentsAbility to support and inspire all studentsAbility to work well as part of a team, and to buildtrust and opennessPassion for seeing all pupils progress in their learningAbility to use pupil tracking dataSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackTeacher of Dance Personal ProfileThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staffand volunteers to share this commitment.  EssentialDesirableSkillsPassion for the subject and teachingEnthusiasm, and ability to motivate and inspire students Willingness to be involved in the wider life of the College Commitment to improve teaching and learning, andprofessional developmentDiscretion, courtesy, diligenceWell-organisedEvaluate and plan effectivelyExcellent communication skills, orally and writtenCommitment to safeguarding and welfare of studentsAwareness of developments in education Ability and experience of working collaboratively andsuccessfully with colleagues ValuesBe fully sympathetic to the aims of a Catholic school. StBede’s provides a holistic education, which is firmly rootedin the teachings of the Catholic ChurchContribution to co-curricular life of the CollegeCommitment to pastoral careSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackTeacher of Dance Personal ProfileThe Head of Academic Performing Arts, Ms Shauna Goodier, would be happy to talk to anyinterested applicant and answer any queries. She can be contacted by email in the firstinstance at sgoodier@sbcm.co.uk. We welcome applications from those who wish to apply for the position to do so throughthe TES advertisement. Any queries or concerns with this can be directed to theHeadteacher’s PA Mrs McGoff at bmcgoff@sbcm.co.uk. The application form must be completed in full, including:Full education and/or employment history from the age of 16, with any gaps explained. Contact details from two referees, one of whom must be from the candidate’s mostrecent employer, and one of whom must be from the most recent time the candidateworked with children (if applicable). Please indicate on the form where a referee may or may not be contacted prior to aninterview, and be prepared to offer an alternative contact if required. St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackHow to applyThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staffand volunteers to share this commitment.  CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:9am 30 January 2026thINTERVIEWS WILLTAKE PLACE ON:Week commencing 2February 2026ndSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackMap of the SchoolSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackSenior Leadership TeamPostal Address:St. Bede’s College, Alexandra Park, Manchester M16 8HXWebsitewww.sbcm.co.ukPhoneCollege t. 0161 226 3323Prep t. 0161 226 7156