Teacher of Drama

We seek to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and innovative Teacher of Drama who is an outstanding practitioner – or who has the potential and drive to become one. Applications are welcomed from both experienced and newly qualified teachers.

The Drama Department at Bishop Challoner is a great place to work. The department is well established and benefits from excellent facilities. The successful candidate will work under an experienced Head of Drama. The Department of Drama is part of the Creative Arts Faculty. There is a hard-working, student-focussed, friendly professional atmosphere among the staff, all of whom are passionate about fostering a love of their subjects among our students. Drama is a popular subject at the school and is taught at GCSE and A-level as well as through extracurricular activities.

We are looking for professionals with:

• Evidence of excellent classroom practice or the potential to become outstanding in the classroom
• Good subject knowledge
• A willingness to teach all key stages (3-5). Experience at A-Level is preferred but not essential
• The enthusiasm and skills to lead rehearsals and other extra-curricular activities
• High expectations of pupil attainment and behaviour, and the skills to achieve those
• Good organisation and communication skills
• Support of our Christian Ethos

Bishop Challoner is a successful multicultural federation in the heart of the East End of London. Currently recognised in the top 100 most improved schools, we were proudly rated Outstanding in April 2014. Described as “one of our borough’s gems”, we are still at an exciting stage of our journey.

“In this high performing school, students make rapid progress and reach high standards in many subjects”

“Led by a truly inspirational Executive Principal, leaders and managers at all levels, provide the drive and ambition needed to ensure that this wonderful school continually improves”

We offer:

• An established and comprehensive induction programme
• A strong commitment to your professional development and career management - excellent CPD and leadership development at all levels
• Outstanding exam results across the federation
• A supportive environment in which your enthusiasm will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded
• A working environment focused on Learning & Teaching and raising standards for all
• Superb resources that include two Drama studios fully equipped with lighting rig and sound desk, Theatre space with full lighting desk and sound board, extensive props storage, sound and video recording facilities, school trips to exciting productions such as ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time’ and Frantic Assembly’s ‘Othello’, links with local & national Theatres including the Half Moon, Donmar Warehouse & the Globe and Drama specific CPD through the Tower Hamlets Drama teachers forum
• A positive and stimulating school climate which values the contribution of all staff

If you have the passion and drive to contribute to the future development of Drama at Bishop Challoner, we look forward to hearing from you.

To apply please request an application pack from Ellie Widdison at bishopchalloner@hays.com, or you can contact Ellie on 02072598770. Your application is a direct permanent application to Bishop Challoner, Hays is our recruitment partner and manages our permanent appointments
 
Closing Date: 12 noon on Monday 8th June 2015

You can also visit www.bishop-learningvillage.towerhamlets.sch.uk for more information.

Our federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Contact Details

Ellie Widdison c/o Bishop Challoner Catholic Federation of Schools,
352 Commercial Road,
London, E1 0LB
E: bishopchalloner@hays.com
T: 020 7259 8770