18 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    January 2026

  • Closing date

    11 October 2026 at 5pm

  • Date listed

    17 September 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher or lecturer

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full time equivalent salary

£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS

Teacher of Dance and Drama job summary

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

George Salter Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Dance and Drama on a maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding practitioner, whether experienced or at the beginning of their teaching career, to make a significant contribution to the life of our school.

The successful candidate will:

  • Be an excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to teach Dance and Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4.
  • Have high expectations of achievement, behaviour and attendance.
  • Inspire students through engaging and innovative lessons.
  • Be committed to helping students realise their full potential.
  • Contribute positively to extra-curricular activities, productions and performances.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop an ambitious and inclusive curriculum.

George Salter Academy is a friendly, happy and vibrant 11-18 academy, serving a multi-cultural community. We are a vibrant and inclusive secondary school and sixth form in Sandwell, West Midlands. We are driven by our core values of Ambition, Belief, and Courage, and are committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to excel, regardless of their background.

As a member of our staff, you’ll be part of a close-knit team dedicated to fostering a challenging yet nurturing learning environment. George Salter Academy is a cornerstone of the local community, actively engaging with parents, businesses, and organisations.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

  • The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
  • Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
  • Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
  • A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include:

  • A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
  • A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities. 
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Automatic pay progression  
  • Generous pension and life cover
  • Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
  • Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.

To discuss the position or to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact Head of PE & Dance, Jake Smith, via email at Jake.Smith@georgesalter.com.

The deadline for applications is 5pm on Sunday 11th October 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 12th October 2026. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

To apply for the role, please submit an application via the link above. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About George Salter Academy

Organisation type
Academy, ages 11 to 19
Education phase
Secondary school
Size
1377 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 19
Ofsted report
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School location

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