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Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Teacher of Drama – Independent School in Wakefield

School Status & Location

  • Sector: Leading Independent School.
  • Location: Wakefield, Yorkshire (West Yorkshire, England).
  • Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026.

The Opportunity & School Profile

This thriving Independent School, which features a Sixth Form and excellent performance facilities, requires a dynamic and experienced Drama Teacher. The school values theatrical development, seeking a specialist capable of leading performance and technical instruction, and driving high academic attainment in examination Drama from Key Stage 3 through to A-Level.

Core Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

  • Stage Director: Instructing Drama across Key Stages 3, 4 (iGCSE), and Sixth Form (A-Level).
  • Performance Coach: Driving high attainment by fostering expressive performance skills, complex textual analysis, and understanding of theatrical conventions.
  • Production Assistant: Directing major school productions and managing technical requirements (lighting/sound) with technician support.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Essential Requirements: Relevant Degree in Drama/Theatre Studies and QTS. Extensive experience teaching Drama to A-Level is essential.
  • Salary: Highly competitive salary compensated on the school's independent pay scale.
  • Support: Access to excellent performance spaces and dedicated professional development.
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Wakefield, West Yorkshire

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Teacher of Drama – Independent School in Wakefield

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