Drama Teacher - Hillingdon
Listed on 2026-10-16
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Education / Teaching
Performing Arts Roles/ Dance Instructor, High School
Role: Drama Teacher (KS3 – KS4, with KS5 available)
Location: Hillingdon, West London
Pay Rate: MPS1 – UPS3 Outer London (£34,514 – £51,179 per annum / daily rate equivalent)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent / Long-term Contract
Start Date: January 2027 / Immediate
About the RoleA successful and welcoming secondary school located in the London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking an inspirational and passionate Drama Teacher to join a thriving Performing Arts department.
Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for a fresh challenge or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a supportive school to complete your induction, this post offers fantastic opportunities to deliver dynamic practical lessons and contribute to extra-curricular school productions.
Key Responsibilities:Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, high-quality Drama lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE Drama).
Option to teach Key Stage 5 (A-Level / BTEC Performing Arts) depending on candidate experience.
Foster a creative, inclusive, and collaborative classroom environment where pupils build confidence and performance skills.
Monitor pupil progress, assess work, and provide constructive feedback to support individual achievement.
Contribute to extra-curricular clubs, school plays, drama showcases, and theater visits.
Maintain effective behavior management in line with the school’s ethos and policy.
Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognized teaching qualification.
Education: A degree in Drama, Performing Arts, Theatre Studies, or a related discipline.
Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of the KS3 and KS4 Drama curriculum, including script work, devisor techniques, and practitioner studies.
Skills: Excellent classroom management, enthusiastic delivery, and strong communication skills.
Safeguarding: Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to process a new one through Wayman Education.
Offer:
Competitive Salary: Outer London MPS/UPS pay scale paid to scale from day one.
Supportive Environment: Dedicated Performing Arts facilities, specialist studio spaces, and collaborative departmental staff.
Career Growth: Access to structured continuous professional development (CPD) and clear routes for progression.
Location: Accessible transport links across Hillingdon and West London with on-site staff parking available.
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