Drama Teacher - Independent School - Wandsworth

An independent school in Wandsworth is seeking an energetic and creative Drama Teacher to join its Performing Arts Department. The school is looking for someone who can develop students' confidence, communication and performance skills while delivering a structured and ambitious Drama curriculum.

• Drama Teacher Role

• Teaching Drama across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE

• Wandsworth

• MPS1 – UPS3 Salary

• Full-time, Permanent

• ASAP Start

You will teach Drama across KS3 and KS4, creating lessons that allow students to explore performance, characterisation, improvisation, script work and theatrical techniques.

At KS3, you will help students build confidence through practical activities while introducing them to different dramatic styles and approaches. At GCSE, you will prepare students for the practical and theoretical elements of the course, including performance, devising, scripted work and written evaluation.

The role will require strong classroom organisation, particularly when managing practical activities and group performances. You will create clear expectations while giving students the freedom to experiment creatively and develop their own ideas.

You will assess practical performances alongside written work, providing constructive feedback that helps students refine their performance techniques and understanding of Drama.

Drama Teacher - School Information

The school is an independent school in Wandsworth with a broad curriculum and a strong commitment to developing students' confidence beyond traditional academic subjects.

The Performing Arts Department provides opportunities for students to develop their creativity, communication and collaborative skills. Students are encouraged to participate in performances and wider enrichment activities throughout the year.

You will join a team that values creativity, organisation and collaboration. There may also be opportunities to contribute to productions, clubs and other extracurricular activities.

Drama Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• Drama, Theatre Studies or Performing Arts Degree

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification

• Experience teaching Drama at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4

• GCSE Drama experience desirable

• Strong practical performance skills

• Confidence managing group and practical activities

• Strong classroom management

• Excellent communication skills

• Good planning and assessment skills

• Willingness to contribute to extracurricular productions

Salary

The salary for this Drama Teacher position will be paid to scale on MPS/UPS, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application

Please send your application for this Drama Teacher position through as soon as possible.