Teacher of Drama (Rye College)

East Sussex County Council; Playden; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rye College invites applications for a Drama Teacher to join a motivated team. You will teach Drama to Key Stages 3 and 4 and contribute to a vibrant performing arts culture within the college.

We welcome experienced teachers or ambitious newcomers who are enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable, with QTS and a good honours degree. Informal visits are welcome prior to application.

Qualifications

• Excellent Drama knowledge and ability to teach across KS3/KS4.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to innovate.
• Good ICT skills and openness to using technology in teaching.
• Commitment to extra-curricular activities and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Teach Drama to students in Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Engage students of all abilities and promote a love of the subject.
• Lead and participate in lunch-time and after-school activities.
• Engage in continuing professional learning and school improvement.

Skills

Drama teaching

Communication skills

ICT skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Honours degree

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Hours of work: TBC
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
(As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Monday 30 November 2026

Rye College
The Grove
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7NQ

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: https://www.ryecollege.co.uk/work-with-us/

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Rye College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Teacher of Drama.

We are seeking a candidate who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, to join our highly-motivated team. We are driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all students to experience an exceptional education. We are open to applications from experienced teachers or ambitious newcomers.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent teacher of Drama, to students of all abilities in key stages 3 and 4;
• Have a love of the subject/s and desire and ability to convey this to students;
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and open to innovation;
• Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent;
• Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace;
• Be committed to extra-curricular activities including lunch time activities;
• Be committed to continuing professional learning;
• Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour;
• Hold a good honours degree along with qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals;
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances;
• A college in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

We would be pleased to welcome you for an informal visit to our college prior to application.