Teacher of Drama – Independent School in Wakefield

School Status & Location Sector: Leading Independent School. Location: Wakefield, Yorkshire (West Yorkshire, England). Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026. The Opportunity & School Profile This thriving Independent School, which features a Sixth Form and excellent performance facilities, requires a dynamic and experienced Drama Teacher. The school values theatrical development, seeking a specialist capable of leading performance and technical instruction, and driving high academic attainment in examination Drama from Key Stage 3 through to A-Level. Core Responsibilities & Teaching Scope Stage Director: Instructing Drama across Key Stages 3, 4 (iGCSE), and Sixth Form (A-Level). Performance Coach: Driving high attainment by fostering expressive performance skills, complex textual analysis, and understanding of theatrical conventions. Production Assistant: Directing major school productions and managing technical requirements (lighting/sound) with technician support. Compensation & Benefits Essential Requirements: Relevant Degree in Drama/Theatre Studies and QTS. Extensive experience teaching Drama to A-Level is essential. Salary: Highly competitive salary compensated on the school's independent pay scale. Support: Access to excellent performance spaces and dedicated professional development.