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Drama Teacher | Creative Independent School | Hertford


Job Location:

Hertford - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 16 September 2026 (15 days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Drama Teacher
Location: Hertford
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3KS5


Drama Teacher Role in a Creative Independent School

A highly regarded Independent School in Hertford is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Drama Teacher to join its thriving Performing Arts department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a creative environment that values performance confidence and artistic expression.

The school offers a rich and engaging curriculum where students are encouraged to develop creativity communication skills and a passion for the performing arts. Staff benefit from excellent facilities a supportive leadership team and a collaborative department culture.


About the Role

The successful candidate will teach Drama across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 delivering engaging lessons that develop students performance skills creativity and confidence.

Students explore a range of dramatic styles practitioners performance techniques and theatrical texts. You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Drama examinations while encouraging creativity collaboration and a deeper appreciation of theatre.

You will also contribute to the wider life of the department through school productions theatre visits drama clubs workshops and enrichment activities that allow students to develop their skills beyond the classroom.


Key Responsibilities
  • Teach Drama across KS3 KS4 and KS5

  • Deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons

  • Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Drama examinations

  • Develop students performance creativity and confidence

  • Assess progress and provide high-quality feedback

  • Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

  • Support productions workshops and extracurricular activities

  • Encourage a passion for theatre and the performing arts


The School Environment

This Creative Independent School in Hertford provides an inspiring and supportive environment where students are encouraged to explore their talents and achieve excellence across academic and creative subjects.

The Performing Arts department is a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to delivering outstanding opportunities for students. Staff benefit from excellent facilities professional development opportunities and a culture that encourages creativity and innovation.


Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Experience teaching Drama at secondary level

  • Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

  • Strong subject knowledge in Drama and Performing Arts

  • Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience teaching A-Level Drama

  • Experience directing school productions

  • Knowledge of different theatrical practitioners and performance styles

  • A proven track record of delivering strong student outcomes


How to Apply

If you are interested in this Drama Teacher role at a Creative Independent School in Hertford please submit your CV as soon as possible.


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