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Teacher of Drama
Teacher of Drama
Temporary – Maternity cover; Full time; Term time
Closing Date: 6 October 2023, 12 noon
Haileybury is seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of Drama.
The successful candidate will teach years 7-13, including GCSE, and A level. The position would suit either an experienced teacher or someone new to the teaching profession. Experience delivering A level would be preferred.
Candidates will be expected to embrace the busy life of the drama department, and wider life of the school. The successful candidate will be required to run a drama club or co-curricular activity, to direct a co-curricular production (the lower school show) and to teach a full timetable.
In summer, the candidate will be expected to participate in Arts Week and contribute to the creative output, including directing abridged Shakespeare scenes with year 9 pupils. The summer term will also feature the preparation of GCSE and A level devised exam pieces.
More information can be obtained in the candidate brief attached.
Vacancy documents
To apply for the above position, please complete the enclosed Application Form, with reference to the candidate brief and stating your salary expectations, and return it to teacherrecruitment@haileybury.com by 6 October 2023.
Applicants should be aware that we cannot consider an application unless the attached application form has been filled in completely. Please be aware that your application form should include your full employment history and any previous employer may be approached by the School. Incomplete application forms may be returned. The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible. We aim to ensure that our staff body reflects the diversity of our pupil body and therefore encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Haileybury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Any employment offer will be subject to the successful completion of these background screening checks.