Drama Teacher with TLR

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Join a Leading Trust in Education

Are you passionate about inspiring young people through Drama and the performing arts? Join Welling School, a vibrant and

inclusive secondary school where creativity, ambition, and high expectations are at the heart of everything we do. You will be

part of a supportive and collaborative staff team committed to delivering engaging, high-quality teaching that brings learning to

life both in and beyond the classroom. The school offers a strong culture of professional development and continuous improvement,

with a shared focus on helping every student develop confidence, creativity, and a love of learning. This is an exciting

opportunity for a dedicated Drama teacher to make a real impact in a dynamic and forward-thinking school community.

About the Welling School

Welling School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school committed to providing a high-quality education that enables every

student to thrive academically, socially, and personally. With a strong focus on high expectations, respectful relationships, and

a culture of ambition, the school supports students from a diverse community to achieve their full potential. Colleagues benefit

from a collaborative and supportive working environment where professional development is actively encouraged and innovation in

teaching is valued. Welling School is dedicated to continuous improvement and creating a positive, safe, and inspiring place to

work, making it an excellent setting for educators who are passionate about making a meaningful impact.

The Role of the

Teacher of Drama

* Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Drama lessons across Key Stages, ensuring all students make strong progress

* Develop and implement a creative and inclusive Drama curriculum that inspires a love of performance and theatre

* Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, using data to inform planning and support individual achievement

* Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND and EAL

* Manage classroom behaviour effectively, maintaining a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment

* Direct and contribute to school productions, performances, and showcases, including after-school rehearsals

* Encourage students’ confidence, creativity, and teamwork through practical and performance-based learning

* Collaborate with colleagues within the Performing Arts department to share resources and develop best practice

* Support enrichment opportunities such as drama clubs, workshops, and external performance events

* Uphold safeguarding procedures and contribute to the wider pastoral care and well-being of students

What We’re Looking For

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

* Experience of, or strong understanding of, teaching Drama across key stage 3 and 4

* A passion for Performing Arts and the ability to inspire and engage students

* Strong classroom management and organisational skills

* A reflective, collaborative approach to teaching and professional development

* Commitment to contributing positively to the wider school and Trust community

As part of Kemnal Academies Trust, our staff enjoy

* Access to a wide range of resources, training, and best practice across the Trust

* Supportive, forward-thinking leadership with a focus on continuous improvement

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Generous Pension Scheme

Significant employer contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing

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Wellbeing Support

Access to a wellbeing app and an expert-led Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme

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Family Friendly Leave

Policies designed to support work-life balance and caring responsibilities

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Tailored CPD

Ongoing professional development to support your teaching practice and career progression

To find out more, visit our website here [https://www.selsey-tkat.org/] or contact the school office on 020 8304 8531 or

office@wellingschool-tkat.org [office@wellingschool-tkat.org]

Our Commitment

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this

commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and

barring service check.

Flexible working

We recognise the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests

outside of work. We promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value

individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage

applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at Kemnal - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the

recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways

that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Disability Confident

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.