Lead Teacher of Drama

Cundall Manor Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent co-educational school in North Yorkshire is seeking a passionate Drama teacher for a full-time maternity cover position. The teacher will instruct students from Years 7 to 11 and spearhead school productions. Successful candidates must have experience delivering Drama up to GCSE standard and show enthusiasm for engaging students beyond the classroom. The school offers a friendly work environment with competitive salary and benefits including a generous pension scheme and free meals during term time.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension scheme

Free lunch and refreshments during term time

Qualifications

• Demonstrable competence in successfully delivering Drama at GCSE.
• Warm approach to inspire high standards.
• Keen for wider involvement in the school's co-curricular programme.

Responsibilities

• Teach Drama from Years 7 to 11.
• Lead school productions.
• Work harmoniously with students and colleagues.

Skills

Passion for Drama

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Experience in teaching Drama at GCSE

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Required for February 2026, full-time, fixed term maternity cover until March 2027

Cundall Manor School is an independent co‑educational school for pupils aged 2‑16, located in a beautiful rural landscape near the North Yorkshire moors. It has excellent transport links by road with York, Harrogate, Ripon and Thirsk.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate teacher of Drama to teach from Years 7 to 11 and to lead school productions. The role requires someone with a genuine passion for Drama and a desire to inspire this in others. Experience and demonstrable competence in successfully delivering the subject at GCSE is essential.

Candidates will have a firm grasp of curricular developments, inspire high standards, have a warm approach, and will be keen for wider involvement in the school’s rich co‑curricular programme.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work harmoniously with others, including students, colleagues, parents, and the wider community.

In return, we offer a friendly and inclusive working environment. Our benefits package includes a competitive salary, a generous contributory pension scheme, free lunch and refreshments during term time.

This maternity cover position on a fixed term basis for up to one year. For more information and to apply for the role please refer to the application pack attached or contact Debbie Pitt, School Business Manager: [e-mail] or Judith Jay, PA to the Headmaster: [e-mail]

The closing date for the role is 5 January 2026 at 9.00am. However, applications will be considered in the order in which they are received, and the school reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date should the ideal candidate(s) be identified.