Teacher of Drama

Required to start September 2025

We are seeking a well-qualified Teacher of Drama to teach drama and theatre to girls across all three Key Stage levels, up to and including preparation for audition into drama schools.

Drama is integrated into the timetable across all years at Key Stage 3, and it is offered as an option at both GCSE and A Level. It is a popular subject, with high intake at both Key Stage 4 and 5; the successful candidate will develop and deliver high-quality lessons which inspire students' interest in, and engagement with, drama and theatre.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Department to facilitate the production of annual Junior and Senior performances, as well as our thriving Junior Drama Club.

Francis Holland School, Regent's Park, was founded in 1878 by the Reverend Canon Francis Holland and is regarded today as one of London's most academically selective girls' independent day schools. The school is situated next to Regent's Park and has a reputation for its friendly, cohesive atmosphere. The ISI Inspection Report in March 2022 assessed Francis Holland as 'Excellent' in all key areas of school life. The school places great emphasis on the professional development of its entire staff. Staff at Francis Holland School enjoy a significant range of professional benefits.

For further information about the role, please view the job description below.

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Closing date: 9:00am on 28 February 2025.

Early applications are encouraged and will be considered as they are received. The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage.

All appointments at Francis Holland School are conditional upon clearance by the Disclosures and Barring Service (DBS testing).

Francis Holland Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo our safer recruitment checks and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This role is classed as regulated activity with children as it involves teaching, training or supervising children on a day-to-day basis and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Francis Holland Schools Trust champions diversity and inclusion in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from all sections of the community.