Teacher of Drama

Sutton / Surrey Borders | January 2027 - July 2027 | Fixed-Term Contract
Salary: M1 - UPS3 Fringe

Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a high-achieving and well-regarded secondary school for girls located on the Sutton and Surrey borders in their search for a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of Drama from January 2027 until July 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful Creative Arts faculty within a school renowned for academic excellence, outstanding student conduct and a strong commitment to developing both staff and students. The successful candidate will inspire students through engaging and imaginative Drama lessons whilst contributing to a vibrant extracurricular programme.

The Role

• Full-time Teacher of Drama
• Fixed-term contract from January 2027 to July 2027
• Teaching Drama across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Planning and delivering creative, engaging lessons
• Supporting performances, productions and enrichment activities
• Salary: M1 - UPS3 Fringe

Why Apply?

This oversubscribed and highly successful school enjoys an excellent reputation across South London and Surrey. Students are motivated, respectful and eager to learn, creating an environment where teachers can focus on delivering outstanding lessons and developing their subject specialism.

The school offers:

• A welcoming and collaborative staff culture
• Well-resourced teaching spaces and performance facilities
• Highly engaged students with excellent attitudes to learning
• Outstanding professional development opportunities
• Access to trust-wide training and leadership programmes
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Family-friendly policies and support networks
• Excellent transport links across Sutton, Cheam, Epsom and South London
• Opportunities to contribute to a thriving extracurricular and performance programme

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Be able to teach Drama across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and excellent classroom practice
• Have a passion for theatre, performance and the performing arts
• Be committed to helping students develop confidence, creativity and communication skills
• Be keen to contribute to school productions and enrichment opportunities

Applications are welcomed from teachers at all stages of their careers, including Early Career Teachers. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Richard Brittain at .