Drama Teacher - Hammersmith School

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Drama Teacher to join a high-achieving, "Outstanding" Ofsted-rated school in Hammersmith. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2026, perfect for a creative and passionate practitioner looking to inspire students in one of West London’s most culturally vibrant boroughs.

• Drama Teacher – full-time, permanent
• "Outstanding" Secondary School in Hammersmith & Fulham
• Professional-grade performing arts spaces and black-box studios
• Strong reputation for high-quality school productions and creative arts
• September 2026 start

The Role

The school is seeking an imaginative and dedicated Drama Teacher to deliver high-quality lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5. Drama is a thriving and highly valued subject at this school, integrated into the core of the school's cultural life.

You will have the opportunity to teach a diverse range of practitioners—from Stanislavski to Brecht and Artaud—while fostering students' confidence in performance, devising, and script analysis. The department is known for its ambitious extracurricular programme, and you will play a key role in directing school plays, managing technical theatre elements, and organizing trips to London’s world-class West End theatres.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A strong degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, or a related Performing Arts field
• Proven experience teaching Drama at GCSE and A-Level (experience with BTEC Tech Awards is also a plus)
• Excellent practitioner knowledge and the ability to lead engaging practical workshops
• A track record of "Outstanding" teaching and a commitment to inclusive performance
• Willingness to contribute to the school’s vibrant extra-curricular production schedule

About the School

Located in the heart of Hammersmith, this "Outstanding" school is a hub of creativity and academic excellence. It is renowned for its commitment to the arts, providing students with a platform to express themselves while maintaining the highest standards of academic achievement.

The school offers:

• A highly competitive salary (Inner London weighting)
• State-of-the-art performance spaces with professional lighting and sound rigs
• A supportive leadership team that actively champions the Creative Arts
• Excellent transport links (District, Piccadilly, and Hammersmith & City lines)
• A disciplined, respectful, and highly enthusiastic student body

Professional Environment & Benefits

Staff at this school benefit from a focus on professional growth and a collaborative artistic environment, including:

• Access to specialized Performing Arts CPD and director workshops
• Collaborative planning sessions with the wider Creative Arts faculty (Music/Art)
• A comprehensive staff wellbeing package
• Opportunities to forge links with local professional theatres and conservatoires

Application

To be considered for this Drama Teacher role at an "Outstanding" school in Hammersmith, starting September 2026, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.