Drama Teacher (Part-Time 0.6 FTE)
Location: Richmond
Salary: M1-M6 (Main Pay Scale, pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 0.6 FTE (3 days per week) – Full-time opportunity available for candidates able to teach an additional subject.

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Drama teacher with a passion for inspiring young people through the performing arts? My client is a well-established secondary academy located in Richmond.

The school is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where all pupils flourish academically, socially, and personally.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, challenging Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Developing students' practical performance, creative, and analytical skills through a broad and inspiring curriculum.
• Using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of learners and support progress and attainment.
• Monitoring and assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback and targeted support where required.
• Supporting and contributing to school productions, performances, and extracurricular Drama activities.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the department and wider school to enhance teaching practice and curriculum delivery.
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining high expectations for all students.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching Drama at secondary level.
• Have strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for the performing arts.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills and the ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students.
• Show enthusiasm for contributing to extracurricular activities and school productions.
• Have a proactive approach to professional development and collaborative working.
• Possess a good understanding of assessment practices and the effective use of data to support student progress.

Desirable:

• Ability to teach an additional subject at secondary level. Candidates able to offer a second subject may be considered for a full-time position.

Why Join?

• Join a highly supportive and creative department within a school that values innovation and excellence.
• Work in a well-resourced school with excellent facilities for teaching and learning.
• Benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and career development.
• Play a key role in enriching students' educational experiences through the performing arts.
• Enjoy a competitive salary on the Main Pay Scale (M1-M6), pro rata, with pay progression based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to secure a full-time permanent role if able to teach an additional subject.

What's Next?

If you are ready to inspire creativity, confidence, and performance skills in young people and contribute to a vibrant school community, we would love to hear from you.