Job ID: S-U-4745 - Teacher of Drama

Christ’s Hospital is unique. We are strikingly unlike any other independent school in the UK, with a richly diverse pupil body, in terms of ethnicity and socio-economic background. In recognition of this, and of the school’s work in Performing Arts, we were recently awarded ‘Independent School of the Year 2024/2025’ as well as ‘Performing Arts School of the Year 2024 / 2025’at the Independent Schools’Awards. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Drama to support our excellent work in this area from September 2026. The successful applicant will have a passion for academic excellence and a commitment to nurturing the next generation of theatre makers. This post offers the opportunity to teach Drama to IGCSE and A Level. As Christ’s Hospital is an independent, charitable school, a PGCE is not necessary for teaching and, as such, we would consider appropriately well-qualified graduates and unqualified teachers who are interested in the profession. The successful applicant will be suitably qualified and capable with an enthusiasm for the teaching of Drama in a large co-educational boarding school. Innovation, flair and vision are highly valued, as is the ability to inspire pupils both in and out of the classroom. Christ’s Hospital offers its staff an extraordinary chance to be part of an educational establishment that is grounded in tradition and transformative in culture, for staff and students.Applicants should evidence in their personal statement how they meet the requirements of the role and person specification.Closing date for this position is 4pm, Thursday 26 June 2026Interviews will be taking place on the 30 June 2026Christ’s Hospital is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced disclosure application with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service). More details on the disclosure process can be found on https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.Registered Charity No. 1120090