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Teacher of Drama
Location: Redbridge Start Date: September 2025 Salary: Outer London Main/Upper Pay Scale (£36,413 - £53,994)
The Opportunity An inspiring and creative Teacher of Drama is sought for a vibrant school in Redbridge. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone passionate about performance and theatrical arts to nurture talent, build confidence, and develop crucial communication and collaborative skills in young people, both on and off the stage.
The Role You will teach Drama across Key Stages 3, 4 (GCSE), and potentially Key Stage 5 (A-Level). Responsibilities include designing and delivering practical and theoretical lessons that explore various dramatic techniques, genres, practitioners, and theatrical styles. You'll foster collaboration, critical analysis of performance, and prepare students thoroughly for both practical and written examinations. A significant contribution to school productions, drama clubs, and extracurricular theatre trips is expected and highly encouraged, enriching the cultural life of the school.
About Our School Our comprehensive state secondary school in Redbridge has a strong and growing performing arts provision, benefiting from a dedicated drama studio and a well-equipped performance hall. We have a commitment to providing students with opportunities to engage in a wide range of theatrical experiences, from improvisation to full-scale productions. We believe drama is crucial for developing creativity, empathy, public speaking, and self-expression in our diverse student body, preparing them for a variety of future pathways.
The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will hold QTS and a strong degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, or a related field. You'll possess excellent practical drama skills, strong classroom management, and the ability to inspire creativity and confidence in students of all abilities. Experience in directing school productions, a keen interest in contemporary theatre, and a commitment to fostering a love for live theatre are highly desirable attributes.
What We Offer
* An attractive salary on the Outer London Main/Upper Pay Scale, recognising your expertise and dedication.
* Access to excellent drama facilities and dedicated performance spaces that support creative learning.
* A collaborative and supportive Arts department that values interdisciplinary work and innovation.
* Opportunities to lead and develop school productions and workshops, shaping the school's theatrical identity.
* A school environment that champions creativity, student voice, and theatrical engagement, fostering a vibrant arts culture in a leafy East London borough
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