Drama Teacher – Outstanding Secondary School in Ealing

Location: Ealing, West London

Position: Drama Teacher (Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4 / Key Stage 5 Specialist)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: Highly Competitive Outer London Salary Scale (MPS/UPS) + Excellent Benefits

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and forward-thinking Drama Teacher to join a highly successful Performing Arts department at an Ofsted 'Outstanding' secondary school in the vibrant borough of Ealing.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a school celebrated for its academic excellence, creative arts provision, and strong community spirit. Drama benefits from high student uptake across GCSE and A-Level, supported by outstanding performance facilities, regular whole-school productions, and strong links with West End theater companies and creative institutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver inspiring, high-quality Drama and Performing Arts lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE Drama), with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 (A-Level Drama & Theatre Studies).

• Develop students' practical performance skills, theatrical analysis, script evaluation, and understanding of key practitioners (e.g., Brecht, Stanislavski, Frantic Assembly).

• Direct, coordinate, and contribute to extra-curricular school productions, showcase evenings, and drama clubs.

• Organize and lead educational visits to top London theaters and arrange drama workshops with guest practitioners.

• Track student progress effectively and provide constructive feedback to ensure high academic outcomes in practical and written assessments.

School Highlights:

• Ofsted Outstanding: Widely praised for exemplary student behavior, strong leadership, and high academic standards across the curriculum.

• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Includes a fully equipped drama studio, professional lighting and sound rigs, costume/prop stores, and a multi-purpose performance hall.

• Thriving Creative Arts Culture: Highly valued creative department with extensive co-curricular opportunities, annual drama festivals, and high-profile performances.

• Professional Growth: Generous non-contact planning time, collaborative departmental resourcing, and funded continuous professional development (CPD).

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized secondary teaching qualification (both experienced teachers and ECTs are welcomed to apply).

• A strong academic background with a degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, or a closely related discipline.

• Proven track record or strong potential for delivering high-level outcomes across GCSE and A-Level Drama.

• Passion for directing, stagecraft, and inspiring students through creative expression and performance.

• Full right to work in the UK.

How to Apply:

To apply for this Drama Teacher position in Ealing, please submit an up-to-date CV below for immediate consideration.