Drama Teacher - Independent School in Surrey

Perham Education Partnership; Epsom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Surrey is looking for a dynamic and inspirational Drama Teacher to enhance their Performing Arts department. This full-time permanent role involves teaching across various key stages and directing school productions in a supportive environment. Candidates should hold QTS and have a degree in Drama or Theatre Studies, along with proven secondary teaching experience. The school offers excellent facilities, small class sizes, and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Small class sizes

Outstanding facilities

Extensive opportunities for professional development

Highly supportive working environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching Drama at secondary level, ideally in independent schools.
• Strong track record of directing school productions desired.
• Exceptional talent in Drama education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Drama lessons fostering creativity.
• Teach a range of dramatic techniques from classical to contemporary.
• Direct school productions and extracurricular drama activities.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Drama or Theatre Studies

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Drama Teacher – Independent School – Surrey

A prestigious Independent secondary school in Surrey is seeking a dynamic, inspirational, and highly skilled Drama Teacher to join their thriving Performing Arts department. This is a full-time, permanent position, teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and potentially Key Stage 5. The school boasts outstanding facilities and a strong tradition of excellence in the performing arts.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and challenging Drama lessons that foster creativity, confidence, and technical proficiency.
• Teach a range of dramatic techniques, styles, and genres, from classical theatre to contemporary performance.
• Develop students' acting, improvisation, voice, movement, and stagecraft skills.
• Direct school productions and performances, showcasing student talent to a high standard (highly desirable).
• Create a supportive and inclusive environment where all students can explore their creative potential and develop their self-expression.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through extracurricular drama activities.
• To work at a leading private school.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, or a closely related field.
• Proven experience teaching Drama at the secondary level, ideally within the independent sector.
• A strong track record of directing school productions (highly desirable).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A Drama Teacher with exceptional talent.

The School Offers:

• A highly supportive and collaborative working environment within a leading Independent school with a strong commitment to the arts.
• Small class sizes, allowing for personalized attention to student needs.
• Outstanding facilities, including a dedicated Drama studio, a fully equipped theatre, and access to technical support.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and creative collaboration.
• A highly competitive salary and benefits package (commensurate with experience and the independent sector).
• A great place to be a Drama Teacher

This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented and ambitious Drama Teacher to join a school that truly values the performing arts. If you meet the requirements and are passionate about inspiring young performers, please apply. A Drama Teacher is wanted.