The Vacancy
Teacher of Drama
Full-time, Two Term Position
Start date: January 2026
Salary: Generous package dependent on qualifications and experience
Whitgift is one of Britain’s leading independent day and boarding schools, set in an attractive 48-acre parkland site in South Croydon enjoying excellent links to London, Surrey and the south coast. We are proud to be able to offer:
1. a unique, tailor-made education for boys aged 10-18
2. beautiful and historic parkland site with outstanding facilities
3. a record of outstanding academic achievement
4. superb facilities for over 40 sports, an exciting performing arts programme and wide range of co-curricular activities
5. excellent pastoral care.
We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join a dynamic, friendly and highly successful department on a full time, two term position with the potential for additional responsibilities. Examination results are excellent in this subject and applicants will:
6. have excellent subject knowledge
7. have the skills to promote a collaborative learning culture to maintain high standards
8. be able to demonstrate a talent for motivating and enthusing young learners to achieve their best
9. have excellent planning and preparation skills
10. have the ability to problem-solve and manage classroom behaviour effectively
11. be resilient under pressure
12. have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Staff are expected to contribute fully to the co-curricular life of the School and this is reflected in the salary offered. A strong commitment to the pastoral system is also anticipated.
In return we offer a generous salary and benefits package including membership of either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (with 3 x salary life assurance cover) or a defined contribution (DC) scheme which can be tailored to meet financial goals and includes 5 x salary life assurance cover, an Employee Discount Club, discount on school fees for the Foundation Schools (permanent posts only, upon successful completion of the probationary period), access to our on-site gym, membership of a healthcare plan, a range of family-friendly benefits and season ticket loan. Accommodation may be available. Assistance is offered towards removal expenses etc., up to £1,000 in total.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake.