Special Educational Needs Leader (freelance) - Language of Dance Trust

Special Educational Needs Leader (freelance) - Language of Dance Trust

Language of Dance Trust Closing date: Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Artform: Dance
Role: Teaching
Contract: Contract
London
South East
  • Full time
  • Under £10K

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Freelance SEND Dance Leader – Language of Dance Trust (London) Deliver movement sessions for children and young people with profound learning and physical disabilities. 1–3 hrs/week, £35/session incl. planning. Dance and SEND experience preferred. Training provided. Apply by 17 July 2026

Job Description

Special Educational Needs Leader (freelance) - Language of Dance Trust

Based in: Various locations based in London & surrounding areas.
Contract Type: Freelance, sessional contract
Pay: £35 per session including planning & evaluation
Hours: 1-3 hours per week
Start Date: To be liaised with the School / September onwards

About the Language of Dance Trust:

The Language of Dance Trust is a registered charity that promotes dance for all using the unique Language of Dance movement approach. Using a framework of symbols and movement concepts from the developments of Ann Hutchinson Guest, we work across schools, community groups, and professional development settings to inspire and support creativity in movement and learning.

About the Role:

The Language of Dance Trust is looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Dance Leader to teach sessions for children/young people with profound and multiple learning and physical disabilities in schools in North/East London. Sessions will explore different movement elements and incorporate a variety of stimuli through the Language of Dance Approach. Placements will depend on School Sign ups and availability of
Community Classes.

Initially the Leader will shadow our Outreach Projects Manager as well as receive any additional training as required. The timescale will be dependent on the candidate's skills and previous experience working with SEND participants. On completion of training, the Dance Leader will then work independently with a number of schools.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in delivering dance in educational settings and working with people with Special Educational Needs.

Job Requirements

Person Specification:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Confidence in engaging with new people and building professional relationships.
- Relevant training through a recognised dance organisation and/or dance university or qualification
- Able to take responsibility for own work and manage time effectively.
- Reliable in meeting session delivery deadlines and administrative requirements

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

- Deliver high-quality movement sessions in line with the ethos & principles of the Language of Dance Trust.
- Must integrate LOD concepts and framework into teaching sessions.
- Prepare and submit session plans; record attendance and session feedback.
- Complete and submit Risk Assessments for any new venues or spaces.
- Liaise with school staff to deliver end-of-year performances/sharing tailored to the school/students'
needs.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Special Educational Needs Leader (freelance) - Language of Dance Trust
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Dance
  • Role: Teaching
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Fri, 17 Jul 2026
  • Location:
    London
    South East

How to Apply

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to [email protected]. Your covering letter should include
examples of how your experience in SEND teaching and understanding of the LOD framework align with the job description and person specification. To discuss the role in more detail please email [email protected] or visit lodc.org. All applicants will hear back from us by Friday 31st July.

Application Deadline: Friday 17 July 2026 by 5pm