Teacher of Drama

THE ROLE

We are seeking an inspirational Drama Teacher with a second subject who is confident in their subject areas, with the vision and drive to motivate and enthuse students. Applicants are expected to be confident at delivering lessons across KS3 and KS4. There is also an opportunity to deliver A level for applicants with prior experience.

The Performing Arts Department is collaborative and experienced, and results at both GCSE and A Level are very strong. The departments are passionate about embedding an academically rigorous curriculum and assessment model across the Key Stages.

Applications are welcomed from NQTs/ECTs and also from those offering more experience.

WHO WE ARE

At Barclay Academy, we have an academic culture where the highest standards are expected of staff and students. It is a dynamic school and one where students and staff are exceptionally well supported.

We are part of Future Academies, a Multi-Academy Trust which includes three primary schools and seven secondary schools in and around London and Hertfordshire. We are motivated by a mission of social change and reducing educational inequality. We are unique in our approach to a knowledge-rich curriculum – our school motto is libertas per cultum (freedom through education) – and in our strong emphasis on raising young people’s aspirations and outcomes through the teaching of classical and traditional subjects. Our children and young people study a bespoke curriculum developed by researchers at our Curriculum Centre, which places a focus on developing their cultural literacy and their awareness of the forces, words and events that have shaped our society today.

THE BENEFITS   

• The chance to make a difference to children’s and young people’s lives. Future Academies is of the belief that all children have the right to enriching education through a knowledge-rich and child-centric approach: our staff can therefore make a dramatic impact on the lives of these children.          
• Fast career progression. Because knowledge and intelligence, rather than length of service, are lauded and rewarded at Future Academies, teachers and support staff can quickly take up great responsibility, adding to their already exceptional experience and knowledge.          
• Excellent CPD. The Trust is knowledge-centric and encourages CPD at all levels with excellent opportunities for swift career progression, within the Academy and Trust.       
• Knowledge-rich staff team. You will be working with a supportive leadership team, cohesive staff body, and very purposeful environment with excellent resources. Being part of a Trust of schools enables you to share knowledge across a wider range of educational professionals.    
• Cycle to Work Scheme. Access to the government-backed scheme.    
• Perkbox. Access to our employee benefits platform where you can access over 200 different Perks. 
• A location easily accessible by train and bus

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in applying for the post of Teacher of Drama with a Second Subject at Barclay Academy, please click on the Apply button to complete an application form.

Closing date: 17th February 2023.

Barclay School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end both an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Barred List check are required for this role. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.