Drama Teacher

Shacklewell Primary School, London, E8 2EA

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  13 June 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  30 May 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: M1 - M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Key Skills and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification, with specialism in Drama or Performing Arts.

• Strong Subject Knowledge Deep understanding of drama techniques, performance theory, devising and scripted work. Experience with curriculum planning and assessment in line with national standards.

• Creative Lesson Planning Ability to design engaging, inclusive, and imaginative lessons that promote participation, expression, and skill development.

• Classroom Management Skills Capable of managing behaviour positively and creating a safe, respectful environment for performance and collaboration.

• Experience of Extra-Curricular Activities Involvement in school productions, drama clubs, or enrichment activities is highly desirable.

• Assessment and Feedback Skilled in assessing practical and theoretical work, providing constructive feedback and tracking progress.

• Collaborative Approach Willingness to work with colleagues across departments (e.g. English, Music) and contribute to the wider school community.

Personal Qualities

• Creativity and Imagination Able to inspire a love for the performing arts and motivate pupils to express themselves.

• Excellent Communication Skills Clear, confident communicator with pupils, parents and colleagues.

• Enthusiasm and Energy A lively and engaging presence in the classroom and during rehearsals or performances.

• Adaptability Able to tailor teaching approaches to suit different ages, abilities and learning styles.

• Empathy and Patience Supportive and encouraging, particularly for pupils who may lack confidence or experience in performance.

• Commitment to Inclusion Passion for ensuring all pupils, regardless of background or ability, have access to high-quality arts education.

What the school offers its staff

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• experienced mentors and coaching;
• high quality professional development;
• support with mental health and wellbeing;
• inclusive school communities;
• vibrant learning environments.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to llangley@newwavefederation.co.uk

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Drama Teacher Advert May 2025.pdf - 3.88 MB (opens in new tab)

New Wave Federation Teacher Application Pack.pdf - 2.27 MB (opens in new tab)

About Shacklewell Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 462 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Shacklewell Primary School website
• Email address: llangley@newwavefederation.co.uk
• Phone number: 02088024051
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/shacklewell-primary-school

An 'Outstanding' two form entry primary school based in Dalston, Hackney.

Arranging a visit to Shacklewell Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email llangley@newwavefederation.co.uk.

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