Drama primary teacher

Job Description

Primary Teacher (EYFS/KS1) Drama Specialist (Epping Forest) Join the Founding Team of a New Pre-Preparatory School in Epping Forest for September 2026. An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism to join the founding team of a brand-new pre-preparatory school for children aged 37. This role is ideal for a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism who is passionate about early performance skills, confidence-building, storytelling and nurturing expressive, joyful learners through a knowledge-rich curriculum. As a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism, you will help shape a school built on calm classrooms, strong routines and a deep understanding of child development. You will introduce young learners to the foundations of Drama through movement, role-play, voice work, character, story structure and imaginative exploration, ensuring lessons are engaging, accessible and age-appropriate within a thoughtfully designed environment. What The School Offers

• Competitive salary starting at £45,000
• Extensive employee assistance programme
• Preferential fee discounts for eligible staff
• Ongoing professional development and coaching
• 24/7 virtual GP access
• Legal, financial and wellbeing support
• A serene, well-resourced setting designed to support excellent teaching

Who Were Looking For We welcome applications from a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism who:

• Holds QTS with a strong academic background (Drama, Performing Arts or related field preferred)
• Has experience in EYFS/KS1 or pre-preparatory settings (essential) or an ECT with strong academics
• Understands early child development and the foundations of expressive arts
• Values clarity, structure and joyful, knowledge-rich teaching
• Works with warmth, creativity and professionalism
• Is excited to help build a new school community from the ground up

If you are a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism who wants to shape a schools foundations, inspire young learners, and contribute to a thoughtful, modern-traditional educational vision, we would be delighted to hear from you. Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essexs leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles. To explore similar opportunities, search Ribbons & Reeves online wed be happy to support your application.

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