Drama Teacher Surrey

Inspire Performance and Creativity in a High-Achieving South East School Start January 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic skilled and committed Drama Teacher to join the successful Performing Arts faculty at a high-achieving secondary school/academy in Surrey.

This is a Full-Time Permanent Position starting in January 2026 (or sooner).

• Drama Teacher required (Main/Upper Pay Scale)
• Full-time Permanent position starting January 2026
• High-achieving secondary school in Surrey
• Teach Drama across Key Stages 3 4 and 5 (GCSE/A-Level/BTEC)

The Opportunity

The successful applicant will be an inspirational and highly effective Drama specialist dedicated to delivering engaging and rigorous practical and theoretical lessons. This is an excellent opportunity to teach within a well-resourced department and contribute significantly to the schools vibrant extra-curricular programme including directing school productions clubs and performances.

This is a dedicated classroom teacher role within a supportive department. The school is committed to continuous staff development offering excellent mentoring and CPD for all staff and pathways for those who aspire to take on future leadership responsibilities (TLR).

The School

This is a well-regarded school in Surrey known for its strong academic results and its commitment to the creative arts. The Drama department is highly valued often boasting dedicated performance spaces and technical resources and offers a curriculum that encourages both collaborative skills and critical analysis. The school provides a supportive collaborative working environment and is committed to developing well-rounded confident students.

We Are Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
• A proven track record as an excellent Drama Teacher with the ability to confidently teach GCSE and A-Level Drama and Theatre Studies (or BTEC equivalent).
• Strong subject knowledge across performance practitioners and theatre history.
• Experience leading and directing extra-curricular performances is highly desirable.
• A genuine passion for the subject and the ability to inspire high levels of engagement and confidence across a diverse student body.
• A collaborative mindset committed to contributing positively to departmental planning and school life.

Salary and Benefits

• Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) for England (Excluding London) (currently 32916 - 51048 for 2025/2026).
• Excellent structured professional development and career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a highly desirable Surrey location.

If you are a passionate Drama Teacher seeking a rewarding role in a superb Surrey school please submit your CV outlining your suitability for the position.