St Bede’s Catholic College is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Drama to join our dynamic Creative Arts faculty on a fixed-term basis for one year.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher to inspire students through high-quality teaching and a love of performance and the arts. We are looking for someone who can nurture creativity, develop confidence and deliver engaging Drama lessons that encourage all students to thrive.

You will join a welcoming, ambitious and highly supportive staff team committed to ensuring every student flourishes academically, spiritually and personally. At St Bede’s, the Creative Arts are highly valued and play a central role in the life of the College.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects our vibrant school community

Why Join St Bede’s?

St Bede’s Catholic College has an outstanding reputation locally, within the Diocese and nationally. We are recognised by the Diocese as an Outstanding Catholic school and are proud to hold numerous awards celebrating excellence across teaching, inclusion and leadership.

Our achievements include:

 SEND Inclusion Award recognising high-quality provision for students with SEND

 Beacon Status for Holocaust Education

 Geography Quality Mark

 Incorporated Society of Musicians Award for excellence in Music

 SSAT recognition for:

 Leadership through moral purpose

 Engaging with evidence and research

 Outstanding student outcomes

 Leading Parent Partnership Award

 Re-accreditation as Investors in People

Above all, St Bede’s is a school where staff are valued, supported and encouraged to develop professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

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What We Offer

 A school fully committed to enabling every child to reach their full potential, regardless of background or prior attainment

 A collaborative and supportive culture where staff work together and support one another

 A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are passionate about continuous improvement

 High-quality CPD, mentoring and coaching opportunities to support career progression

 Strong induction and mentoring programmes, including excellent ECT support

 Policies designed to reduce workload, including streamlined marking and communications policies

 Membership of the DfE Staff Wellbeing Charter

 Free Employee Assistance Programme

 Teacher Pension Scheme

 Cycle to Work Scheme

 Free use of the College gym

 On-site parking

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We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:

 A passionate and reflective teacher of Drama

 Able to deliver engaging and challenging lessons across the age and ability range

 Enthusiastic, creative and committed to high standards

 Passionate about securing the very best outcomes for every student

 Keen to contribute to enrichment opportunities and the wider life of the school

 A collaborative team player with strong personal and professional values

 Eager to contribute positively to our Catholic ethos and inclusive community

Applications from Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers are warmly welcomed.

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If you are an enthusiastic and talented teacher with the passion to inspire young people through Drama, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please complete the application form and submit this alongside a letter outlining your experience, achievements and suitability for the role.