Drama Teacher Quaint Independent School in Bath!

Our client is delighted to be seeking a passionate and inspiring Drama Teacher to join a small well-established independent school in Bath renowned for its nurturing ethos strong academic foundations and vibrant creative life.

• Full-time Drama Teacher required from January 2026

• Independent (Private) School in Bath

• Opportunity to teach Drama in a creative supportive and close-knit school community

This is a wonderful opportunity for a Drama Teacher to become an integral part of a warm and collaborative arts department within a charming private school where pupils are known as individuals and encouraged to develop confidence creativity and self-expression. Small class sizes allow for practical discussion-led teaching and meaningful engagement with performance theatre history and dramatic texts.

The school values teachers who enjoy contributing to the wider life of the school and the successful candidate will be encouraged to lead or support school productions drama clubs workshops and performance-based enrichment activities helping to foster a love of theatre both inside and beyond the classroom.

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Drama Teacher with strong subject knowledge and a passion for performance and theatre

• Ability to teach across KS3KS5 (A Level Drama experience welcomed but not essential)

• A creative reflective practitioner who balances high standards with encouragement and care

• Recognised teaching qualification (QTS PGCE or equivalent)

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working within a small staff team

• Eligibility to work in the UK

School Information

This independent school in Bath is proud of its strong sense of community traditional values and commitment to the arts. Pupils are encouraged to explore creativity alongside academic study supported by a calm respectful environment that nurtures confidence and individuality.

The school offers dedicated drama and performance spaces good technical facilities and opportunities for pupils to engage in theatre productions workshops and creative projects. Drama plays a valued role in school life contributing to assemblies events and wider cultural enrichment.

Key Features

• Small class sizes enabling highly interactive and practical teaching

• Confident motivated pupils who enjoy performance and creative exploration

• A supportive leadership team that values the arts and staff wellbeing

• Opportunities to lead productions and co-curricular drama activities

• Strong emphasis on pastoral care and personal development

• Welcoming school community with positive parental relationships

• Attractive characterful school setting

Salary

Competitive salary in line with the schools independent pay scale dependent on experience and qualifications.

Application

If you are a creative and dedicated Drama Teacher seeking a role in a warm arts-focused independent school in Bath where relationships creativity and confidence are central to school life we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.