Teacher of Drama
- Organisation: Forest School
- Location: East London
- Tenure: Full-time
- Closing Date: Monday 20 April 2026
The Teacher of Drama will be an accomplished and dynamic practitioner, responsible for delivering exceptional teaching across Key Stages 3–5.
The Teacher of Drama will be an accomplished and dynamic practitioner, responsible for delivering exceptional teaching across Key Stages 3–5. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of securing outstanding outcomes at GCSE and A Level and will play a key role in shaping and developing an ambitious, forward-thinking curriculum. They will inspire pupils through intellectually rigorous and creatively engaging teaching, fostering a deep appreciation of Drama and performance. A commitment to high expectations, academic excellence, and the nurturing of individual talent is essential.
Beyond the classroom, the Teacher of Drama will contribute fully to a vibrant co-curricular programme, including the direction of high-quality productions and the development of partnerships with professional theatres and practitioners. They will be an enthusiastic and collaborative member of the department, dedicated to enriching the cultural life of the school and supporting pupils in achieving their full potential.
Why work at Forest?
There are many benefits of working at Forest school as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include:
- Generous CPD budget
- Comprehensive Professional Development Review system
- Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme
- Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day
- 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13
- Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre
- Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme
- Contribution towards private medical insurance fees
- Membership of a pension scheme
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to make appointments at any stage.
Please note that if you have previously applied for this position and were not successful, your application will only be reconsidered if there have been significant changes to your qualifications, or skills that align more closely with the person specification.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Safeguarding checks will be undertaken on all successful candidates in accordance with School policy. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post can be found in this job description and person specification.
NB The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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The Teacher of Drama will be an accomplished and dynamic practitioner, responsible for delivering exceptional teaching across Key Stages 3–5.
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The Teacher of Drama will be an accomplished and dynamic practitioner, responsible for delivering exceptional teaching across Key Stages 3–5. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of securing outstanding outcomes at GCSE and A Level and will play a key role in shaping and developing an ambitious, forward-thinking curriculum. They will inspire pupils through intellectually rigorous and creatively engaging teaching, fostering a deep appreciation of Drama and performance. A commitment to high expectations, academic excellence, and the nurturing of individual talent is essential.
Beyond the classroom, the Teacher of Drama will contribute fully to a vibrant co-curricular programme, including the direction of high-quality productions and the development of partnerships with professional theatres and practitioners. They will be an enthusiastic and collaborative member of the department, dedicated to enriching the cultural life of the school and supporting pupils in achieving their full potential.
Why work at Forest?
There are many benefits of working at Forest school as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include:
- Generous CPD budget
- Comprehensive Professional Development Review system
- Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme
- Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day
- 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13
- Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre
- Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme
- Contribution towards private medical insurance fees
- Membership of a pension scheme
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to make appointments at any stage.
Please note that if you have previously applied for this position and were not successful, your application will only be reconsidered if there have been significant changes to your qualifications, or skills that align more closely with the person specification.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Safeguarding checks will be undertaken on all successful candidates in accordance with School policy. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post can be found in this job description and person specification.
NB The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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