Teacher of Drama with English

Teaching Personnel; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary school in Abingdon-on-Thames seeks a dedicated Teacher of Drama with English to inspire creativity in students. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging lessons and contribute to performing arts, starting in September 2025. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team focused on student achievement.

Benefits

Well-resourced Drama and English department

Collaborative colleagues

Opportunities to lead school productions

Excellent CPD and career development support

Supportive school culture

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong experience in Drama and ability to teach English.
• Passion for creative teaching and fostering student confidence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in Drama and English across KS3 and KS4.
• Lead drama productions and support extracurricular arts activities.
• Contribute to the school's creative and academic life.

Skills

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Creative teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Teacher of Drama with English
Location: Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Teachers' Pension Scheme
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

Inspire Creativity and Confidence - Teach Drama and English in a Dynamic Secondary School with Sixth Form

Are you an energetic and imaginative teacher with a passion for Drama and English? Do you believe in the power of performance and storytelling to engage and empower young people?

Our client, a successful and inclusive secondary school with a thriving sixth form in Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Drama with English to join their vibrant and supportive team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the school's creative and academic life, inspiring students across a broad curriculum.

About the Role:
As a Teacher of Drama with English, you will deliver engaging, high-quality lessons in both subjects across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential for KS5 teaching. You will play a key role in the school's performing arts provision, leading and supporting drama productions, clubs, and enrichment activities.

This role is perfect for an enthusiastic teacher who thrives on bringing creativity into the classroom and stage, and who values both academic progress and personal expression.

What Our Client Offers:

• A well-resourced Drama and English department with collaborative colleagues

• A supportive and aspirational school culture focused on student wellbeing and achievement

• Opportunities to lead school productions and contribute to extra-curricular arts

• Excellent CPD and career development support

• Motivated students and a forward-thinking leadership team

• A strong sixth form with a rich programme of cultural and academic opportunities

What They're Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Specialism or strong experience in Drama, with the ability to teach English

• A passion for creative teaching and fostering student confidence

• Strong classroom management and interpersonal skills

• Experience teaching Drama and/or English across KS3-KS4 (KS5 is an advantage)

• A commitment to inclusive education and high-quality learning

If you are excited about nurturing young performers and writers, and you want to make a real impact in a school that values creativity and ambition, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply:
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