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Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Highly competitive independent school pay scale
Are you a passionate Drama Teacher seeking an opportunity to inspire confident, creative learners within a thriving independent school?
Job Overview
An established co-educational independent school in St Albans is looking for a Drama Teacher to join its exceptional Performing Arts faculty from January 2026. You will teach Drama across KS3–KS5, leading inspiring lessons that nurture talent, creativity and self-expression.
The successful candidate will contribute to the school’s rich performing arts culture, directing productions, mentoring LAMDA students, and supporting theatre enrichment. Drama enjoys a prominent place within the curriculum, with consistently strong GCSE and A-Level results.
The School
This independent school educates approximately 600 pupils aged 11–18 and is widely respected for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and flourishing creative arts provision. Facilities include a purpose-built theatre, rehearsal studios and state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems.
Staff describe the working culture as supportive, professional, and creatively rewarding, with strong collaboration between departments and excellent leadership support.
Benefits Typically Include
* Exceptional CPD and progression opportunities
* Access to modern theatre facilities and equipment
* Fee remission where applicable
* Strong emphasis on wellbeing and work-life balance
* Vibrant enrichment programme
Drama Teacher – Experience and Qualifications
* Degree in Drama, Theatre Studies or Performing Arts
* QTS and experience teaching Drama up to A-Level
* Passion for performance, creativity and student development
* Ability to lead or assist with school productions and clubs
* Legal right to work in the UK
Application
If you are an enthusiastic Drama Teacher eager to join a forward-thinking independent school, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.