Teacher of Drama

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Drama Teacher to join our vibrant performing arts team. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a thriving Drama department and inspire students to develop confidence creativity and a genuine passion for the performing arts.

Your opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and talented Teacher of Drama to become an integral member of the Drama Department. You will work within a team of highly motivated and talented individuals who work closely together in their shared commitment to provide high quality teaching and learning in every lesson and for every student.

We are equally happy to receive applications from colleagues who are new to teaching as we are from colleagues with a wealth of experience. So whether you are brand new to the profession or looking for a return to the classroom having spent some time away we would be delighted to speak with you.

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will need to:

• Be passionate about Drama and have a flair for creativity
• Be a pro-active member of the team with a can-do approach
• Be flexible and committed
• Be passionate about the students learning and welfare
• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have a proven track record in achieving excellent student progress
• Be keen to be part of the wider school community

About The Beacon School

The Beacon School is part of the thriving GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust. We proudly serve our local community and are once again oversubscribed with student applicants. Our core purpose is to strive for exceptional student progress and wellbeing. Our teaching staff are well-supported in developing an outstanding curriculum alongside a broad range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.

We know that we get the best out of all our staff when we invest in them. Staff are trusted and their professional development is a key priority. Colleagues have access to an extensive programme of internal and external training opportunities and being part of one of the largest trusts in the country ensures our colleagues excellent career opportunities. The school is an exciting and innovative place to work.

Why work at The Beacon School

You will:

• Join an exceptionally warm and welcoming team of staff
• Teach students who want to learn
• Be supported by a highly experienced team in the Faculty
• Have access to an excellent programme of CPD
• Have the opportunity to be coached and/or become a coach
• Be able to collaborate and develop your career alongside other colleagues from across the 43 GLF Schools
• Receive a laptop and the use of IRIS technology to help you shape your teaching

There is a large range of extra-curricular activities and visits to become involved with and a strong and supportive staff body with a number of staff social events.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

Our Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: GLFMPR (Fringe)

Contract: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date:Monday 11th May at 9.30am

Interview Date: TBC