Teacher of Drama

Harriscareers; Grays; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Harris Allowance (£1,500 Outer London)

Annual Loyalty Bonus

Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS)

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Harris Academy Chafford Hundred is seeking a dedicated Drama teacher to join a collaborative team. A TLR is available for suitably experienced candidates. The role includes delivering a broad drama curriculum and supporting student development within a strong school community.

You will join a school committed to high standards, inclusivity, and ongoing professional development, with a focus on student growth and achievement. The Harris framework offers generous benefits and career opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (could be teaching practice)
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Know National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and how to plan, resource, assess

Responsibilities

• Implement and deliver a broad, balanced curriculum and support a designated curriculum area
• Monitor and support the progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor
• Facilitate a learning experience enabling students to achieve their potential
• Contribute to raising standards of student attainment
• Share and support the academy's responsibility for personal and academic growth
• Plan, resource, develop syllabuses and contribute to departmental plans

Skills

QTS / Qualified Teacher Status

Secondary teaching experience

ICT skills

Team collaboration

Tutor experience

Education

QTS or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in relevant subject

Tools

Interactive whiteboards

Job description

MPS 1-6 (London Fringe) + £1,500 Harris Allowance + TLR Available + Annual Loyalty Bonus + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Harris Welling being Cash Plan + Additional Harris Benefits

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Drama, with a TLR available for an appropriately experienced and qualified candidate.

At Harris Academy Chafford Hundred, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

WORKING WITH US

We're not your average school – we provide our children with an education that combines academic success with good character building to give them the best chance to flourish when they leave us.

We are a school for the future, and it all starts with our talented and dedicated team.

We are committed to being the best that we can be. 140 people come to work each day and deliver a wonderful experience for our students. We want to sustain a long-term career in education; we believe in working hard but taking care of one another, and having a flexible approach to work, all while enjoying the rewards of watching our students thrive.

Whether you're a teacher, leader, or support staff member, we're all one team with a shared purpose, and shared values. We're curious to improve; not because we're not good enough but because we know we can be even better. We want to give you opportunities to grow and succeed, so we offer development at all levels. Whether that be supporting you through your degree or helping you to secure your first leadership opportunity, we can make it happen.

We care deeply about creating an inclusive environment for our staff and students, and we encourage candidates from all different backgrounds and identities to apply. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, by reading our equality statement.

We're proud to be part of the Harris Federation, the most successful large multi‑academy trust in the country. And with our growing presence in the East Quadrant, where we are expanding in Thurrock and beyond, there's never been a better time to join us!

If you're passionate about education, and ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The purpose of your role will be:

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential
• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment
• To share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth

Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:

• Operational and strategic planning (including lesson planning, developing resources and syllabuses, and contributing to the departmental plan)
• Staff development (including continuing professional development and engaging fully in the Performance Management Review process)
• Quality assurance (including contributing to the process of monitoring and evaluating the subject area)
• Management of information (including maintaining appropriate records and tracking student progress)
• Communications with students, parents and other stakeholders
• Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
• Teaching, ensuring a high quality learning experience for students

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Teacher Development

At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expertdevelopment initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet.

We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here.

Flexible Working

We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includesour Harris Allowance (usually£2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), an Annual Loyalty Bonus , Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.