Teacher of Drama

Job Title: Teacher of Drama
Location: Beaconsfield
School Type: Ofsted 'Good' Mainstream
Start Date: January 2025 or earlier
Pay Scale: MPS/UPS (based on experience)

Dunbar Education is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Teacher of Drama to join a vibrant Ofsted 'Good' mainstream school in Beaconsfield. This role starts January 2025 or earlier, with a competitive salary on the MPS/UPS scale.

• Professional Values and Practice:

  • Hold high expectations for all students, respecting their diverse social, cultural, linguistic, and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Safeguard and promote the welfare of students at all times.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and raise educational standards.
  • Engage with parents or carers, providing regular updates on student progress and achievements.
  • Commit to professional development, identifying areas for improvement and enhancing teaching effectiveness.
  • Attend staff and departmental meetings and participate in performance management processes.
  • Contribute to the school's duty rota and adhere to the Health and Safety policy.

• Teaching and Learning:

  • Set challenging and relevant teaching objectives for all students based on their individual needs and prior achievements.
  • Plan and deliver engaging Drama lessons that foster creativity and confidence, catering to students with a range of abilities, including those with special educational needs, in collaboration with the SENCO.
  • Incorporate the school's Literacy policy, supporting the development of students' communication and performance skills.
  • Use a variety of teaching methods and styles, encouraging student participation and collaboration.
  • Work effectively as part of a team, guiding and collaborating with other adults supporting students' learning.

• Monitoring and Assessment:

  • Use a range of monitoring and assessment strategies to evaluate students' progress and adjust teaching accordingly.
  • Mark and assess work regularly in line with the school's marking and assessment policy.
  • Set and mark homework as required and record and report on student progress.

• Safeguarding:

  • Ensure you are familiar with and understand all current safeguarding policies.
  • Report any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong commitment to raising educational achievement
• Passion for professional development and working collaboratively
• Effective classroom management skills

If you're an enthusiastic Drama Teacher, ready to inspire students and contribute to a dynamic school community, apply today through Dunbar Education!