Teacher of Dance & Drama (Maternity Cover)

Leigh Academy Longfield, Longfield, Kent, DA3 7PH

5 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027 (or earlier dependent on successful candidates availability)

• Closing date

  12 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (783)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Dance, Drama
• Working pattern: Full time, part time
• Contract type: Fixed term - Until November 2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a dynamic and enthusiastic educator with a passion for the world of dance and drama? Leigh Academy Longfield is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Dance (Maternity Cover) to join our dedicated team from January 2027 (or earlier dependant on the successful candidates availability). This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire and guide students across Key Stages, fostering their technique, creative expression, and appreciation for performance arts.

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with a passion for Dance, Drama and the performing arts.
• Someone who is enthusiastic, creative, and ready to inspire the next generation of dancers, choreographers, and creative thinkers.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and understands the importance of discipline, artistic growth, and performance skills.

What the school offers its staff

Why Choose Us?

• A Thriving Learning Environment: With state-of-the-art facilities, including modern dance and drama studio and spaces, and a commitment to excellence, we offer an environment where both staff and students thrive.
• Supportive Team: Become part of a dedicated, collaborative team that values professional development, creativity, and a shared commitment to student success.
• Innovative Teaching: Embrace a forward-thinking approach with opportunities to deliver a diverse and engaging dance curriculum tailored to various styles and contemporary practices.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where your expertise and ideas are valued.

This is a full-time, maternity cover position however, we welcome applications from candidates seeking a part-time role (3 days per week). Please clearly state your working preference within your application.

Note that whilst the position is offered on a maternity cover basis until November 2027, every effort will be made to offer a substantive position thereafter, either at Leigh Academy Longfield or within the wider family of academies across Leigh Academies Trust. The central Recruitment Team will keep in touch with you throughout your contract to discuss options available to you.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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About Leigh Academy Longfield

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 992 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Leigh Academy Longfield website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/longfield-academy-longfield

Arranging a visit to Leigh Academy Longfield

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email joinus@latrust.org.uk.

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