Teacher of Drama

JOB DESCRIPTION

Post title: Teacher of Drama

Grade: Teaching Scale Point 1 – 9

Reporting to: Curriculum Leader

Our Mission

‘Come questioning, go seeking, grow’

The Post

The Henley College is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher of Drama to join our growing team. The post holder should be familiar with planning and teaching activities and will be required to deliver vocational Performing Arts and A Level Drama, including planning and preparing courses and lessons; setting and marking of work; and assessing, recording and reporting on development, progress and attainment.

An understanding of how the UAL and AQA exams boards work would be desirable. 

The role requires teachers to run and participate in the college wide drama enrichment programme which includes a Christmas Musical and an Easter play 

The ideal candidate will be able to work within the performing art department and work alongside Dance and music.

We are looking for a professional and dedicated candidate who will be committed to empowering young people to thrive in their education. This role is open both NQTs and experienced teachers.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

• Planning and preparing courses and lessons;
• Teaching, according to their educational needs, the students assigned to you including the setting and marking and assessment of work to be carried out by the student in college and elsewhere
• Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of students in each case having regard to the curriculum for the college
• Internal moderation and moderation of assessed work

Other Activities

• Promoting the general progress and well-being of individual students and of any class or group of students assigned to you
• Providing guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters and on their further education and future careers, including information about sources of more expert advice on specific questions; making relevant records and report
• Making records of and reports on the personal and social needs of students
• Communicating and consulting with the parents of students
• Communicating and co-operating with persons or bodies outside the college
• Participating in meetings arranged for any of the purposes described above
• Adherence to the College policies and procedures

Assessments and Reports

Providing or contributing to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students and groups of students

Educational Methods

Advising and co-operating with the Principal and other teachers (or any one or more of them) on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements.

General Responsibilities

• Comply with any rules and regulations which the College may from time to time issue, to ensure the efficient operation of its business and the welfare and interest of its employees and learners.
• Work flexibly and efficiently to maintain the highest professional standards and to promote and implement the policies of the College.
• To ensure adherence to all College policies and procedures including Staff Code of Conduct, Safeguarding, Keeping Children Safe in Education and IT Policy and procedures.
• To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as are appropriate to this level of post.

Essential Criteria

• Teaching qualification (or working towards a full teaching qualification)
• Degree in the relevant field or substantial experience
• Commitment to keeping up-to-date with educational developments affecting the work of the College
• Energy, enthusiasm and the ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
• The work collaboratively with a committed team of teachers and support staff

Terms of Employment

Tenure of post: Permanent, Term Time Only

Hours of work: 0.4 - 0.7 FTE

Annual leave: 66 days per leave year (Pro-rated for Part time).

Salary: The salary will be on the Henley College Teachers’ Spine from £28,340.00 up to £44,215.00 per annum (Pro-rated for Part time).

Benefits you can Enjoy

• Teachers Pension Scheme. This is an employee and employee contributory pension scheme.
• Amazing range of continued professional development to support your career path including teacher training
• Free onsite gym
• Free Car Park on both sites and Good public transport
• Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health through our EAP.

Disclosure

The Henley College is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The Henley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

Please note - Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than stated should we source a suitable candidate before the closing date.