Drama Teacher - Esteemed Private School in Taunton!

Looking for a private school with a flourishing Drama department in Taunton? A prestigious private school in Taunton, renowned for its vibrant performing arts provision, is seeking an inspiring, creative, and dedicated Drama Teacher to join its thriving academic and co-curricular community. Job Overview Our client is recruiting for a Drama Teacher to begin as soon as possible. This outstanding private, co-educational school is widely recognised for: Superb academic and creative standards A deeply supportive pastoral ethos A rich and varied co-curricular programme, with Drama at its heart The successful candidate will deliver engaging and imaginative Drama lessons across KS3 to KS5, working with confident, enthusiastic pupils who are eager to perform, collaborate, and explore creative expression both on stage and in the classroom. The School This is a school where Drama and the performing arts are highly valued and celebrated. The department enjoys an excellent reputation for its innovative teaching, high-quality productions, and strong examination outcomes. Pupils benefit from: A broad and exciting Drama curriculum Regular performance opportunities and productions Exposure to a wide range of theatrical styles, practitioners, and texts A strong emphasis on collaboration, confidence-building, and creative risk-taking Parents consistently praise the school’s nurturing environment, strong creative ethos, and commitment to developing confident, articulate, and well-rounded young people. Staff describe the school as supportive, well-led, and professionally rewarding, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, creative freedom, and continuous professional development. Benefits Typically Include Outstanding CPD and opportunities for career progression Modern performance spaces and excellent teaching resources A genuine focus on staff wellbeing Fee remission (where applicable) A vibrant co-curricular programme including school productions, drama clubs, theatre trips, workshops, and enrichment opportunities Location: Taunton, Somerset Start Date: ASAP Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience Drama Teacher – Experience and Qualifications A degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, or a related discipline A recognised teaching qualification with QTS (e.g. PGCE) Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Drama and performance Strong communication, organisation, and ICT skills The ability to inspire, challenge, and support pupils of all abilities The legal right to work in the UK Application If you are an enthusiastic and creative Drama Teacher seeking to join a private school in Taunton with an outstanding performing arts department, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.