Teacher of Drama (with English to A Level)

Rochester Independent College; Borstal; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private educational institution in Borstal is seeking an enthusiastic Drama Teacher to join their Performing Arts department. Responsibilities include delivering drama lessons, assessing BTEC qualifications, and supporting students in extracurricular activities. Candidates with experience in teaching English up to A-Level and in preparing for LAMDA or Trinity exams are preferred. This position offers flexibility for full-time or part-time appointments and emphasizes an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in teaching and assessing the BTEC qualification.
• Experience preparing students for LAMDA or Trinity examinations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver drama lessons across Key Stages 3 to 5 (Year 7 to Year 13).
• Teach and assess the BTEC qualification; contribute to the assessment process.
• Support students in preparing for LAMDA or Trinity examinations when applicable.
• Teach English up to A-Level when required.
• Support and contribute to extra-curricular activities, including running whole-school productions.

Skills

Experience in teaching drama

Understanding of BTEC qualification

Ability to teach English up to A-Level

Job description

Overview

Rochester Independent College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Drama Teacher to join our Performing Arts department, delivering lessons across all key stages from Year 7 to Year 13. Essential to this role is proven experience in teaching and assessing the BTEC qualification. While not mandatory, experience preparing students for LAMDA or Trinity examinations is highly desirable, as is the ability to teach English up to A-Level. Beyond classroom teaching, the post holder will play an integral role in supporting the department's extra-curricular activities, including the running of whole-school productions. We are happy to consider applications from candidates seeking either a full-time or part-time position.

Rochester Independent College was founded as a sixth form college in 1984 and offers a fresh alternative to traditional independent education. There is no uniform and students and teachers are on first name terms. Today, Rochester Independent College (RIC) has 425 students from the age of 11 and offers places for boarders from the age of 14.

Responsibilities

• Deliver drama lessons across Key Stages 3 to 5 (Year 7 to Year 13).
• Teach and assess the BTEC qualification; contribute to the assessment process.
• Support students in preparing for LAMDA or Trinity examinations when applicable.
• Teach English up to A-Level when required.
• Support and contribute to extra-curricular activities, including running whole-school productions.
• Interact with a diverse student body and participate in department and College activities as required.
• Full-time or part-time appointment available.

About the College

Classes are small, with an average of 8 students per group. The College offers a full secondary education from Year 7 to sixth form and specialises in intensive one-year A level and GCSE courses. The College has a strong track record of excellent results on retake A level and GCSE courses for students aiming at competitive university courses, including Medicine, Law, Veterinary Science and Dentistry.

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Rochester Independent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitations of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Please note: Safeguarding policy is available on the College website.

Being You @ RIC

Our students come from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures and so do we. We want our staff to find a home at RIC and aim to give them the freedom to be themselves at work. We want our community to be an inclusive one where there are meaningful levels of representation across all parts of the College. A commitment to inclusivity is at the heart of RIC's Project 2025 development planning. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at RIC.

Additional Notes

The college reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.