Job Description

Be Part of Something New and Inspiring at Elmhurst!

Elmhurst Ballet School is thrilled to launch its very first recreational dance programme and we're looking for passionate, creative, and dedicated Contemporary teachers to join us on this exciting journey. Are you an experienced Contemporary dance teacher with an understanding of a wide range of contemporary techniques and styles? If so, this is your opportunity to become part of a dynamic new team delivering fun, inclusive, and high-quality dance classes to young people from all backgrounds.

Classes will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, offering a vibrant and flexible schedule that supports a wide range of participants, from parent-and-toddler sessions to junior and senior age groups, as well as adult learners. You'll play a key role in shaping a welcoming and inspiring environment where everyone can experience the joy and discipline of ballet.

We're offering part-time, hourly-paid contracts (fixed-term up to one year) for teachers who bring both qualified teaching status and a genuine enthusiasm for nurturing dancers of all ages and abilities.

About Us

Elmhurst Ballet School is a highly successful vocational ballet boarding school associated with Birmingham Royal Ballet and is based one mile from the city centre in Edgbaston. Our new dance programme will run on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings in Birmingham. The programme is designed to deliver high quality dance education across all ages, ensuring dancers are engaged, being expertly taught, and enjoying the benefits of learning, growing and the opportunity to be creative.

Why work for us?

We offer:

A strong focus on staff care and wellbeing Access to 24/7 virtual GP consultation Employee Assistance Programme 24-hour counselling helpline and health and medical information service Free on-site car parking Encouragement to develop your professional career in a committed and supportive environment The opportunity to work with a coach or mentor Access to our on-site gym (outside of timetabled student classes) Opportunities to see dance and theatre productions free of charge whilst chaperoning students Enthusiastic and ambitious pupils who are keen to learn A highly effective, hardworking and supportive staff team

Additional Information

To apply, please visit the Elmhurst Ballet School website where you will be able to download and complete the application pack.

Please call 0121 472 6655 for general enquiries and requests to visit the school.

CV's cannot be accepted and we kindly request no contact from employment agencies.

Closing Date - 9am on Monday 3rd November 2025

Interview Date - Saturday 15th November 2025

Please note we will communicate any interview arrangements with you via email, so please check your email (including Spam/Junk).

Elmhurst Ballet School aims to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to upholding the safety and welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to child protection screening including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Elmhurst Ballet School we recruit for attitude so we expect all applicants to follow the school's ethos of humility and compassion in all that they do.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 39.02 per hour

Expected hours: 5 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person