Teacher of Acting

Birmingham Ormiston Academy, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7QD

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  12 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  1 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Scale 1 to Upper Pay Scale 3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, optimistic and talented practitioner to join our successful Acting team. Results are excellent with at least 96% of KS4 students achieving the top grades (Dist/Dist*) on the BTEC Level 2 Tech Award last year. Similarly, 82% of students in Year 13 achieved at least Distinction, Distinction, Distinction (or higher) for their BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting). The department is experienced and supportive of teachers and students alike. We are ambitious for our students and work collaboratively to ensure all learners are passionate about the subject and achieve well. The Acting Department benefits from dedicated teaching studios and a spacious work area for staff, as well as the use of BOA Theatre and external venues for annual productions.  Key Stage 4 students are entered for the BTEC Level 2 TECH Award in Performing Arts (Acting). Post-16 students in Year 12 and Year 13 follow the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Acting). Schemes of learning for both courses are completely bespoke and fully resourced with our own high-quality lessons and formative assessments, taking full account of teacher workload.  The Academy is looking for someone who has: 

• Qualified teacher status and a good degree in a relevant subject area. 
• A strong track record as an exceptional Teacher of Acting or the ability to demonstrate you are developing excellent practice (if an ECT). 
• A passion for acting / drama which is evident in day-to-day classroom practice 
• An in-depth knowledge of relevant assessment / examination content and the ways in which it is commonly assessed. 
• A thoughtful approach and the ability to reflect on the effectiveness of teaching and make impactful improvements. 
• The ability to inspire high achievement in young people from all backgrounds. 
• The ability to work closely with others as part of a small team. 
• Reliability and strong personal organisation and time-management skills. 
• The ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. 
• The ability to guide students’ academic, personal, and professional development as a form tutor. 
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt positively in the face of change. 
• An excellent record of attendance and punctuality. 

This role is suitable for an ECT or more experienced teacher, as we can offer the experience and support to help you develop and further your career. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference to the future of education within a world-class academy. If you share the academy’s vision and ambitions, possess a strong desire to work within an ethos of creative collaboration and partnership and want to have a positive impact on young people, families and the community then we would be delighted to hear from you. 

What the school offers its staff

We are rightly proud of our recent Ofsted report (May 2023) which gives a true picture of what life in the academy is like. We highly recommend that you read the report before applying and that you book a tour with the Vice Principal to get a feel for our ethos, to meet our fantastic students, and to gain an impression of the learning environment. Our report can be found here:https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223511

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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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

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Teacher of Acting - BOA Recruitment Pack 2026.pdf - 878 KB (opens in new tab)

About Birmingham Ormiston Academy

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 14 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1023 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 14 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Birmingham Ormiston Academy website
• Email address: info@boa-academy.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/birmingham-ormiston-academy-birmingham

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We are rightly proud of our recent Ofsted report (May 2023) which gives a true picture of what life in the academy is like. We highly recommend that you read the report before applying and that you book a tour with the Vice Principal to get a feel for our ethos, to meet our fantastic students, and to gain an impression of the learning environment. Our report can be found here: (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223511) 

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