Drama Teacher

We are looking for a dedicated and outstanding Drama Teacher to join our Academy in September 2025 on a permanent, full time basis.

What we will ask of our Drama Teacher

• To plan and deliver a broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor.
• To encourage and deliver a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• To contribute to raising student attainment
• To help with school productions

What are the job requirements?

• QTS Qualification (might suit an ECT)
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of national and examination curricular requirements of the subject.
• Excellent knowledge of Drama
• Established ability to plan lessons with clear objectives to ensure progression for all students
• Established as an effective teacher across Key stage 3/4
• An in-depth understanding and commitment to safeguarding children and young people
• Some experience of successfully teaching to KS3-KS4 students, with a clear understanding of the teaching provision required in secondary schools
• A second Humanities subject would be beneficial.
• This job is suitable for ECTs

What We have to Offer:  

• A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff. 
• A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.  
• All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs. 
• Strong potential for career progression. 
• A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.  
• An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.  
• Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live. 
• A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.   

Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Beki Murphy, HR Academy Lead at Rebecca.Murphy@asa.weareauthentic.education

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