English & Drama Teacher Basic

About the school

The Royal School Wolverhampton is a heavily oversubscribed all-through free school for pupils aged 4 to 19, offering both day and boarding places. The school maintains an independent ethos without day fees while providing affordable boarding. It places central importance on the holistic personal development of every child, supported by an extensive enrichment programme that helps pupils become confident and well-equipped for life beyond school. The school has a strong record of academic achievement and a reputation for nurturing disciplined, successful individuals who progress to the next stage of their education or career.

The role

The Royal School is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative English and Drama teacher to join its English department. The successful candidate will teach pupils aged 11 to 16 across a range of abilities and will be expected to deliver GCSE Drama. The post also involves contributing to the school’s large-scale production enrichment activity and supporting the development of a love of reading from Reception to Year 13. The department benefits from a newly refurbished suite of rooms and a well-equipped theatre, and teaches GCSE from Year 9 to allow pupils time to master the specification fully.

Key responsibilities

• Teach English and Drama to pupils aged 11 to 16 across a range of abilities.
• Deliver GCSE Drama with flair and passion.
• Contribute to the leadership of the school’s large-scale production enrichment activity.
• Support the development of reading across the school from Reception to Year 13.
• Participate in the wider enrichment programme according to personal interests and existing activities.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm and innovation in the teaching of English and Drama.
• Aptitude and willingness to teach pupils aged 11 to 16 across a range of abilities.
• Ability to deliver GCSE Drama.
• Capacity to teach with flair and passion while remaining flexible within the department.
• Commitment to contributing to the school’s enrichment programme and holistic ethos.

Benefits & package

• Access to the school’s excellent CPD programme, enabling professional development and the extension of knowledge and skills.
• Opportunity to share outstanding and innovative practice within a supportive team.
• Contribution to an exciting, challenging and supportive learning environment both inside and outside the classroom.

How to apply

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