The Bedford Sixth Form
Bedford
£31,930 - £36,878 per year
Salary:
Salary is between £31,930 and £36,878 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
27 October 2025
Apply by:
25 September 2025
Job overview
Role: Teacher – Drama
Location: The Bedford Sixth Form
Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £31,930 and £36,878 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications, 45 days annual leave (Pro-Rata) plus Bank holidays, Teacher's pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.
Hours/Weeks: 18.5 hours per week – 52 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent – Part Time
About the role:
We are currently seeking a Teacher in Drama to join our Sixth Forms department at The Bedford College Group.
As a Teacher, you play an important role in the success of our students through:
* Subject Teaching & Engagement – Deliver high-quality lessons in one or more specialisms (e.g. English, Media, Drama, Art), inspiring students and fostering curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
* Assessment & Student Progress – Provide timely feedback, track progress, and contribute to retention and success targets through effective planning and delivery.
* Curriculum & Enrichment – Support curriculum development, organise extracurricular activities, and contribute to departmental innovation and performance review.
* College-Wide Participation – Attend meetings across campuses, support ID checks, invigilate exams, and engage in promotional events such as open days and parents' evenings.
* Statutory Duties & Development – Uphold safeguarding, equality, and health & safety standards, and actively participate in training and professional development.
About you:
* Qualifications & Teaching Experience – Degree in a relevant subject, Certificate in Education (or equivalent), GCSEs in English and Maths (A–C), and current experience teaching A Level in a Sixth Form or FE setting.
* Subject Knowledge & Pedagogy – Up-to-date expertise in subject area, syllabus, and teaching methods, with a proven record of success and use of ILT to enhance learning.
* Professional Skills & Attributes – Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills; able to work independently and collaboratively, meet deadlines, and maintain high standards.
* Values & Student Focus – Committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences, promoting a welcoming environment, and upholding College values including student success and continuous improvement.
* Safeguarding & Flexibility – Demonstrates safeguarding awareness, maintains professional boundaries, and shows flexibility in working hours and locations, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
If you do not hold a recognised, qualified teaching qualification, please see attached PGCE CertEd information.
Interviews to be held: TBC
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About The Bedford Sixth Form
The Bedford Sixth Form
Bromham Road, Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK40 2BS
United Kingdom
The Bedford Sixth Form is the only institution in Bedford solely dedicated to sixth form choices – providing A-Level and BTEC study to full-time students.
At our sixth form, we aim to provide the opportunities, support and culture to help students make the most of their future – preparing them for university and beyond so that their aspirations can be realised.
Our Values
Our values reflect how we set out to achieve our aim, putting students at the heart of all we do. Our three core values are:
Student focus
We will seek to achieve a high quality learning experience for every student.
High performance
We will strive for consistently high levels of performance in all aspects of our work.
Respect, openness and honesty
We will treat everyone with respect, encourage openness and honesty, and recognise each other's contribution and achievements.
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