Teacher Of Drama

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Teacher of Drama
Location: Surrey (excellent transport links)
Contract: Permanent, starting September 2026
Salary: Main Scale / Upper Scale (Fringe)

Our client, a successful and highly regarded 11–18 academy in Surrey, is seeking to appoint a passionate and creative Teacher of Drama to join their vibrant and forward-thinking Performing Arts faculty from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive department committed to delivering engaging and high-quality lessons, inspiring students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to contribute to Key Stage 5.

The school has a strong reputation for both academic achievement and a rich extracurricular programme, with Drama playing a key role in school productions and enrichment activities.

The successful candidate will:

* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

* Have experience teaching Drama at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

* Have experience teaching Key Stage 5 (desirable, but not essential)

* Have a genuine passion for Drama and the performing arts

* Be committed to delivering engaging, creative, and inclusive lessons

* Enjoy working with young people and inspiring confidence and self-expression

* Be keen to contribute to extracurricular activities, including school productions

* Bring energy, enthusiasm, and a positive outlook to the role

* Be reflective and committed to their own professional development

In return, the school offers:

* A friendly, inclusive, and supportive working environment

* A centralised behaviour system, enabling staff to focus on teaching and learning

* A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth

* Access to high-quality CPD and career progression opportunities through a well-established academy trust

* Opportunities to collaborate across partner schools and share best practice

* A vibrant staff culture, including social events, sports fixtures, and access to onsite facilities

We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and those at an earlier stage in their career.

Safeguarding Statement
Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. They are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
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Location:
Weybridge
Salary:
£34,398 - £52,490 /annum Negotiable
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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