Teacher of Drama

Kingdown School; Warminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school is looking for a dynamic Teacher of Drama to join its Performing Arts Department from September 2025. Candidates should have QTS status and be passionate about inspiring students, with opportunities for training and career progression in a vibrant community-focused environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and progression

Supportive environment

Induction procedure

Qualifications

• Experience teaching up to A Level is desirable.
• Ability to commit to extra-curricular activities.
• Effective team member contributing positively to the Performing Arts Department.

Responsibilities

• Teach a broad range of lessons that motivate and inspire.
• Plan and deliver lessons to ensure students make progress.
• Raise attainment and challenge students effectively.

Skills

Commitment to excellence

Engaging lesson planning

Positive relationships

Team collaboration

Adaptability under pressure

Awareness of current initiatives in Drama

Sense of humour

Education

QTS status

Job description

Kingdown School is looking to appoint a highly skilled Teacher of Drama to join its passionate and successful Performing Arts Department, with effect from September 2025. This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced teacher or ECT, who is passionate about helping all young people to believe, aspire, and achieve. Full or Part-time hours may be negotiable for the right candidate.

Working Hours: Full-time / Part-time

Kingdown School is a co-educational, non-denominational secondary school and sixth form, educating young people between the ages of 11 and 18 years. We have a strong reputation in the local community and beyond, built on an unswerving focus on the quality of teaching and learning and great pastoral care. Ranked in the top 10 secondary schools in Wiltshire, our school is located in the charming garrison town of Warminster, with excellent links to Salisbury, Bath, Bristol, and the South-West. We are an academy under Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to collaborate and improve local education.

The successful candidate will be able to teach across the full age and ability range, up to A Level is desirable, and will be a team player happy to collaborate and share ideas with other teachers within the Performing Arts Department. QTS status is essential for the role.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to becoming a truly excellent teacher;
• Can teach a broad range of engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire, and improve student attainment;
• Can plan and deliver lessons and sequences of lessons to the highest standard that ensure real learning takes place and students make superior progress;
• Is able to raise attainment and challenge students to achieve their best;
• Has a commitment to extra-curricular activities;
• Is aware of current initiatives in Drama;
• Is an effective team member who can contribute positively to the work in the Performing Arts Department and our school;
• Has a positive, cheerful outlook with a good sense of humour;
• Is able to forge good relationships with students and staff;
• Is able to work hard and remain calm under pressure;
• Has a desire to work within the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) structure.

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
• A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
• Opportunities for training and progression;
• The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
• A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

For information about this role, including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack.

Potential applicants are highly encouraged to arrange a tour to see what Kingdown School has to offer first-hand. Please contact Laura Munro to arrange a tour on: 01985-215551

Closing Date: Tuesday 17th June 2025 at 12pm

Please note: While the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. We encourage prompt applications for this position.

Safeguarding Statement

Acorn Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. If successful, you will be subject to a Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and health screening. We are an equal opportunities employer. As part of our safer recruitment processes, shortlisted candidates will undergo a social media account search.