Dynamic Drama Teacher for School Shows & Performing Arts

Felixstowe School; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Felixstowe School invites a vibrant and creative Drama teacher to join from January 2027, following a long-serving colleague’s retirement. You will nurture students’ love of performance, contribute to a thriving Performing Arts culture, and play a key role in the school show within a welcoming team.

We value ambition and ongoing development; whether you are early in your career or highly experienced, you will be supported to grow, collaborate with Music, Dance and Creative Arts, and help shape

Qualifications

• Loves Drama and wants students to experience the excitement of creating and performing.
• Energetic and committed to school life.
• High expectations for student work.
• Team player across Drama, Music, Dance and Creative Arts.
• Willing to learn and grow; open to coaching and development.

Responsibilities

• teach engaging and ambitious Drama lessons across the age and ability range;
• inspire students to develop confidence, creativity and a genuine love of performance;
• contribute enthusiastically to productions, performances and enrichment;
• play a significant role in our school show;
• work alongside colleagues in Music, Dance and the wider Performing Arts Faculty to develop Performing Arts across the school;
• create opportunities for students who already love performing — and for those who haven’t yet discovered that they do.

Skills

Loves Drama

Energetic

High expectations

Team player

Willing to learn

Job description

Felixstowe School invites a vibrant and creative Drama teacher to join from January 2027, following a long-serving colleague’s retirement. You will nurture students’ love of performance, contribute to a thriving Performing Arts culture, and play a key role in the school show within a welcoming team.

We value ambition and ongoing development; whether you are early in your career or highly experienced, you will be supported to grow, collaborate with Music, Dance and Creative Arts, and help shape