Inspiring Performing Arts Teacher: Music & Drama KS1–KS3

Claires Court; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Co-curricular activities

Job summary

Claires Court invites applications for a Music and Drama Performing Arts Teacher to inspire students across KS1–KS3, with opportunities to support KS4–KS5. You will foster confidence, creativity and performance skills, and contribute to vocal/instrumental ensembles and the annual junior production.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, collaborative team work, and involvement in co-curricular activities, with a competitive salary and a focus on professional development.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification is required.
• Experience teaching Music and Drama across KS1–KS3 is essential.
• Strong passion for performing arts and pupil engagement.
• Willingness to support GCSE/AS/A-Level Music & Drama where possible.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Enthusiastic team player with a flexible approach and safeguarding commitment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Music and Drama lessons across KS1–KS3.
• Support KS4 and KS5 where required.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons.
• Assess and report on pupil progress.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour in class.
• Support pupils of all abilities, including SEN and EAL.
• Co-lead the junior production each year.
• Participate in extra-curricular activities and school events.

Skills

QTS

Experience teaching Music & Drama KS1–

Pupil engagement

Communication skills

Classroom management

Team player

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Claires Court invites applications for a Music and Drama Performing Arts Teacher to inspire students across KS1–KS3, with opportunities to support KS4–KS5. You will foster confidence, creativity and performance skills, and contribute to vocal/instrumental ensembles and the annual junior production.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, collaborative team work, and involvement in co-curricular activities, with a competitive salary and a focus on professional development.