Senior School Performing Arts Teacher

ACS International Schools; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ACS International Schools is seeking a Senior School Performing Arts Teacher for ACS Cobham. The ideal candidate will teach IBDP Theatre and Drama, inspire creativity in students of diverse cultural backgrounds, and contribute to a dynamic curriculum. This role offers professional development opportunities, competitive salary, and benefits in an inclusive environment. You will help shape the future of young artists and engage them through innovative performing arts education.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Small class sizes (maximum of 22)

Competitive salary and benefits package

Access to exceptional facilities including Performing Arts Centre

3 personal days per year

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant teaching experience (post-qualification).
• Experience teaching IBDP Theatre is essential.
• A collaborative, inclusive approach.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students through dynamic Performing Arts teaching.
• Plan and deliver structured lessons reflecting strong subject knowledge.
• Contribute to school life through extra-curricular activities.

Skills

Creativity

Teaching

Collaboration

Interpersonal Skills

Strong IT skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Theatre, Performing Arts, or related field

Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, or equivalent)

Job description

ACS International Schools requires a passionate and experienced Senior School Performing Arts Teacher at ACS Cobham. The successful candidate will teach IBDP Theatre and Drama to Grades 7-8 (ages 12-14). There is also the potential for a Head of Department responsibility and stipend for the right candidate.

Location: ACS Cobham, Surrey, UK
Start Date: August 2025
Closing Date: 15th June 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, in-person

Inspire the Next Generation of Performers, Creators, and Communicators
This exciting opportunity is ideal for an educator who is committed to nurturing creativity and expression through a broad range of performing arts disciplines, including Theatre and Drama, within an international and inclusive environment.

About ACS Cobham
ACS Cobham is dedicated to developing students who are ready for anything. Our international curriculum—anchored in the International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement, AP Capstone Diploma, and US High School Diploma—is designed to cultivate not just academic achievement, but life skills, creativity, leadership, and wellbeing.

Our diverse student body represents over 70 nationalities, and we provide boarding for more than 100 students. Performing Arts plays a central role in school life, and we offer extensive co-curricular and enrichment programmes to support holistic development.

Your Role
As our Performing Arts Teacher, you’ll teach across the Senior School (ages 12–18), adapting your lessons to suit a wide range of abilities and cultural backgrounds. Experience delivering the IB curriculum is highly desirable, but a deep passion for engaging students in creative expression is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspire and challenge students through dynamic and inclusive Performing Arts teaching
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons that reflect strong subject knowledge and pedagogical best practice
• Support student progress through thoughtful assessment and feedback
• Contribute to school life through extra-curricular clubs, productions, and events
• Collaborate with colleagues to create integrated, interdisciplinary learning experiences
• Engage actively in the pastoral care programme and promote student wellbeing.

What You’ll Need To Bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Theatre, Performing Arts, or related field) or a B.Ed
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, or equivalent)
• At least 2 years of relevant teaching experience (post-qualification)
• Experience teaching IBDP Theatre is essential
• Strong IT skills, ideally with Apple products
• A collaborative, inclusive approach and strong interpersonal skills
• A passion for inspiring students through performance, creativity, and collaboration.

Why Join ACS?

• A maximum of 21 teaching hours per week, allowing time for collaboration, planning and feedback
• Small class sizes (maximum of 22)
• Professional development opportunities tailored to your goals
• Exceptional facilities, including a 500+ seat Performing Arts Centre, studios, and rehearsal spaces
• Competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including: 3 personal days per year, visa support, optional private medical insurance, pension scheme, relocation allowance*, Home Leave allowance, subsidised canteen, on-site gym access, free parking, Cycle to Work Scheme.

*Subject to terms and conditions.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited by the opportunity to teach Performing Arts in a globally-minded, forward-thinking school, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply by 15th June 2025 to join a school where creativity takes centre stage.

Safeguarding & Inclusion
ACS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We are proud of our inclusive environment and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.