Teacher of English and Drama

Kendrick School; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading girls' grammar school in Reading seeks a well-qualified Teacher of English and Drama starting January 2026. The role involves teaching English to A Level and Drama to KS3 and KS4. The school offers a welcoming community and excellent career development opportunities. Candidates without Drama experience are also encouraged to apply. Applications close on 19 November 2025, with interviews on 25 November 2025.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Training and development

Access to swimming pool and sporting facilities

Qualifications

• Well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of English and Drama.
• Ability to teach English to A Level and Drama at KS3 and KS4.
• Experience in extra-curricular activities related to English and Drama.

Responsibilities

• Teach English and Drama in a successful 11-18 grammar school.
• Engage students in debate, discussion, and practical activities.
• Contribute to the department's extra-curricular opportunities.

Skills

Teaching English

Drama instruction

Curriculum design

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Overview

0.8 - Full time

• January 2026 - short term contract until July 2026

Graded 'Outstanding' in all its OFSTED inspections, Kendrick School is a centre of academic excellence with a track record of high performance and achievement. Required for January 2026, a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of English and Drama at this successful 11-18 girls' grammar school in Reading. The successful applicant would teach English to A Level and 7 periods of Drama at KS3 and KS4. However, applicants who do not have experience in teaching Drama are welcome to apply. Both English and Drama are popular and highly valued subjects at Kendrick School. A significant number of students take English Literature A Level, and some continue to study the subject at prestigious universities. Drama is taught up to GCSE. Both the English and Drama extra‑curricular opportunities, including a range of clubs and events, are extremely popular, and successful in their outcomes. The English and Drama departments are friendly and collegiate.

Kendrick School is a welcoming, inclusive, and happy community, with students who are engaging, cooperative and eager to learn. Benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme, free car parking, a contributory pension scheme, training and development and use of the swimming pool and sporting facilities. The Ofsted report in November 2022 stated: "Pupils' behaviour is exemplary both in lessons and around the school. They respect and exemplify the values within the school pledge. Pupils love being here. Attendance is high, pupils are punctual, and lessons are free from any low-level disruption". "Pupils respond to teachers' very high expectations. They enthusiastically engage in debate and discussion and immerse themselves in all that the curriculum offers. They become confident independent learners, achieve exceptionally well and are very well prepared to become exemplary citizens".

Further details and an application form can be downloaded from the school website or obtained by emailing [e-mail]. CVS cannot be accepted as a method of application. Closing date for applications: 9am, Wednesday 19 November 2025. Interviews: Tuesday 25 November 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in the role, please submit your application as early as possible. Kendrick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. Kendrick School is an Equal Opportunity employer.