Teacher of Drama

Ark; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay

Twice as many training days

Generous pension scheme

Access to Ark rewards

Interest-free loans for season ticket/

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Ark Isaac Newton Academy in London is seeking a strong Drama teacher for a 1-year fixed term maternity cover starting 01 January 2027. You will work with the Drama/English team to drive excellent student outcomes and contribute to the academy’s culture and ethos.

You should have experience teaching Drama across KS3 and KS4, with a track record of progress in an urban, multicultural setting and a commitment to high standards and commitment to development within Ark’s professional networks.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Drama across KS3 and KS4.
• Experience in a school with socio-economic challenges.
• Ability to raise attainment and GCSE outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver drama teaching with a proven track record of outcomes.
• Support students of diverse backgrounds to progress and achieve.
• Collaborate with Drama/English team to reach school aims.

Skills

Drama teaching

KS3/KS4

Urban multicultural experience

High aspirations & standards

Education

Degree level or higher

Qualified to teach in the U.K.

Job description

About The Role

Reports to: Head of Drama

Start date: 01 January 2027 (1 year fixed term contract maternity cover)

This position entails working closely with other post-holders in the Drama/English team to support the achievement of students at Ark Isaac Newton Academy. You will have a chance to collaborate with other Ark teachers and leaders across the network, where there are numerous opportunities to develop knowledge and expertise.

As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to work with great colleagues and develop your career through an outstanding professional development programme. You will be encouraged to be a reflective and open practitioner and be supported by the expertise of the Principal and experienced network colleagues, to develop yourself as an outstanding teacher.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a strong teacher with a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes


• Be passionate about Drama education and the importance the subject has in the wider culture and ethos of the academy


• Have ambition to grow and develop

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience of teaching Drama across KS3 & KS4


• Experience of having worked successfully in at least one school in an urban, multi-cultural setting, teaching students from backgrounds of socio-economic disadvantage


• Supporting students of all ages and abilities to make excellent progress and achieve impressive examination outcomes


• Up to date knowledge in the curriculum areas of KS3 Drama and GCSE Drama


• Understanding of the strategies needed to establish consistently high aspirations and standards of results and behaviour

Qualification Criteria

• Qualified to degree level and above (a degree in Drama/Performing Arts or equivalent would be advantageous, but is not essential)


• Qualified to teach (and work) in the U.K.


• Skilled to teach Drama at KS3 & KS4

Benefits

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.


• Twice as many training days as standard.


• Generous pension scheme.


• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers


• Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.


• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.


• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/

About Us

Isaac Newton Academy is a non-denominational, non-selective school, welcoming students of all backgrounds from the local community. We opened in 2012 with our inaugural cohort of 180 year 7 students. Isaac Newton Academy is an all through school with students from Reception to Year 13. Our mission is - striving together to be pioneers whose legacy makes a positive difference for our world.

The school was founded on the belief that all students can make dramatic progress within the right environment. Students, teachers, staff and parents are committed to making Isaac Newton a vibrant and inclusive learning community in which everyone can succeed.

We offer a rich curriculum emphasising core academic subjects, whilst providing the facilities, time and specialist staff to ensure students develop across a range of subjects. Music is at the heart of our school, with every student learning an instrument and all secondary students having the chance to be part of our Big Band ensembles.

Our school won Secondary School of the Year in the 2018 Shine a Light Awards for its commitment to developing students’ communication skills and was shortlisted for Secondary School of the Year in the 2018 TES Awards. Our Music Department were recently shortlisted for Excellence in Creative Arts at the TES School Awards 2023.

Visit isaacnewtonacademy.org/jobs to learn more about us.

Diversity and inclusion

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.

Safeguarding statement

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.