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Community Dance Artist

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to be responsible for practical dance development on a wide range of education and community outreach projects involving people of all ages and abilities. The role will include leading youth dance groups and projects with a range of leading artists and companies visiting the new Jerwood DanceHouse in Ipswich and the Eastern Region in general.

The successful candidate will be a committed and qualified dance practitioner with significant experience in running community dance projects and working with people of all ages and abilities in a range of different settings.

Access to your own vehicle and a clean driving licence is essential. This is a full time role although a job share arrangement may be considered.

To apply, please return your CV and completed application form to Karen Matthews, Head of Operations, karen.matthews@danceeast.co.uk; DanceEast, Jerwood DanceHouse, Foundry Lane, Ipswich, IP4 1DJ.

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Interviews will take place in September 2010.

The DanceEast Academy is recruiting!

Teaching Assistant - Cambridge

Male or Female, 18yrs+
3 November 2010 to 25 May 2011, 4.45 - 8.15pm (Academy Kidz and Academy)
8 June to 06 July 2011, 6.15 - 8.15pm TBC (Academy only)
Required weekly on a Wednesday, during term time only
£6 p/h
Must be CRB checked (within the last two years)
Experience in teaching desirable but not essential. Must have experience in contemporary dance. First aid desirable
Interview with Academy Manager and trial class with Academy students, in Ipswich one Sunday in September/October 2010 - Exact date TBC

Teaching Assistant - Norwich

Male or Female, 18yrs+
2 November 2010 to 24 May 2011, 4.45 - 8.15pm (Academy Kidz & Academy)
7 June to 5 July 2011, 6.15 - 8.15pm TBC (Academy only)
Required weekly on a Tuesday, during term time only
£6 p/h
Must be CRB checked (within the last two years)
Experience in teaching desirable but not essential. Must have experience in contemporary dance. First aid desirable.
Interview with Academy Manager and trial class with Academy students, in Ipswich one Sunday in September/October 2010 - Exact date TBC

Dance Class Accompanist - Cambridge

Male or Female, 18yrs+
3 November 2010 to 25 May 2011, 4.45 - 8.15pm (Academy Kidz & Academy)
8 June to 6 July 2011, 6.15 - 8.15pm TBC (Academy only)
Required weekly on a Wednesday, during term time only
£18 p/h
Must be CRB checked (within the last two years)
Experience in dance accompaniment is desirable but not essential. Must be an experienced musician/percussionist
Interview with Academy Manager and trial class with Academy students, in Ipswich one Sunday in September/October 2010 - Exact date TBC

Dance Class Accompanist - Norwich

Male or Female, 18yrs+
2 November 2010 to 24 May 2011, 4.45 - 8.15pm (Academy Kidz & Academy)
7 June to 5 July 2011 6.15pm - 8.15pm TBC (Academy only)
Required weekly on a Tuesday, during term time only
£18 p/h
Must be CRB checked (within the last two years)
Experience in dance accompaniment is desirable but not essential. Must be an experienced musician/percussionist
Interview with Academy Manager and trial class with Academy students, in Ipswich one Sunday in September/October 2010 - Exact date TBC

Please send CV and covering letter to jane.langston@danceeast.co.uk by 10 September 2010.

Freelance opportunities

DanceEast is always happy to receive CV's from freelance dance teachers, choreographers and practitioners. CV's are kept on file for six months, and you will be contacted if an appropriate vacancy becomes available. DanceEast insists that all teachers have full CRB checks that have been obtained within the last two years, along with individual public liability insurance. Tutors are encouraged to be up to date on their First Aid, Child Protection and Safe Touch Training. Please also note that to ensure quality across the class programme, all teaching practices will be viewed before employment.

Please send CV's to Emma Gibbons, Learning & Professional Development Manager.

DanceEast is an equal opportunities employer - download the Equal Opportunities Policy here »

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Haverhill Summer School

Michael Jackson Moves! 2 - 4 August, 10.00am - 3.00pm

Three action packed days learning dance moves and routines to some of Michael Jackson's tracks.

Age: 10 - 14yrs
Cost: £35
Venue: Haverhill Arts Centre, Haverhill
Box Office: 01440 714140

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