Job Introduction
HORNDEAN TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE
Barton Cross, Waterlooville, Hants PO8 9PQ
Tel: 023 9259 4325
Website: www.horndeantc.hants.sch.uk
E-mail: vacancies@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk
Headteacher: Mrs Julie Summerfield
Teacher of Dance/Acting
MPR/UPR - Full time or Part time.
Required from September 2026
HTC would like to invite applications from dynamic, enthusiastic, and committed teachers to join a thriving, collaborative, and forward-thinking department. This post will contribute to the delivery of the Dance curriculum at KS4, and Drama/Acting at KS3 and KS4, ensuring high-quality teaching and positive outcomes for all students. A part-time Dance teacher role would be considered.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to high standards in the classroom, a willingness to develop their practice, and the drive to achieve excellent outcomes for all students. They will work collaboratively with the Subject Leader and wider team to support the ongoing development of teaching, learning, and curriculum provision.
Applicants should have a strong interest in curriculum delivery and a passion for engaging students in Dance and Acting. We teach Edexcel BTEC Dance and Edexcel BTEC Acting at KS4, and these are very popular option choices. We have two designated studio spaces including our Dance studio with sprung floor, ballet bar, and rehearsal mirrors. Students study Drama at KS3 for 1 lesson of 55 minutes each week. The department encourages innovative and engaging methods of teaching and learning, and is always looking for ways to develop practice and provision.
The appointed person would need to be able to work as part of vibrant and creative team, and play a proactive role in the delivery of the extra curricular provision for the Arts. We produce one whole College musical production a year in November, as well as running a variety of performing arts clubs including LAMDA exams and a KS3 Drama club performance.
HTC is committed to providing the highest quality of learning for all students in every lesson and fully supports staff through induction and professional development. We also offer an exceptionally strong Early Career Teacher (ECT) programme, with dedicated mentoring, regular instructional coaching, reduced timetable, and a carefully sequenced training programme to support teachers at the start of their career. ECTs benefit from a highly supportive departmental and whole-school culture, ensuring they are able to develop confidence, refine their practice, and thrive as effective classroom practitioners.
We have an OFSTED rating of outstanding and good (November 2024). HTC is described as a ‘college where students’ academic achievements and their personal development is extremely strong’. Ofsted highlighted the personalised education and innovative curriculum, the calm atmosphere, and the well-behaved students who are highly respectful and have positive attitudes to learning. Staff training, support, and welfare were seen to be exceptional. ‘Parents are overwhelmingly positive and appreciate the care and support their children receive’.
Informal enquiries/visits are welcomed and highly recommended. Please contact Jo Smith, Subject Leader, at joanne.smith@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk to arrange.
Application forms and further details are available on the College website. Please return completed application forms to vacancies@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk
The College is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing date for applications: 12 Noon, 4 June 2026
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
