CASTING CALL: Leading Drama Teacher Required

Role: Drama Teacher | Location: Harrow | Start: January 2026

Protocol Education is actively recruiting for a creative, charismatic, and committed Drama Teacher to take centre stage at an Ofsted 'Outstanding' Secondary School in Harrow.

We are casting now for a January 2026 start date. This is an exceptional opportunity to bypass the usual recruitment rush and secure a permanent role at one of North West London’s highest-achieving academic institutions.

The Production

This is not just a standard teaching post; it is a chance to lead within a thriving Performing Arts faculty.

• The School: A highly prestigious, "Outstanding" academy in Harrow known for its discipline and academic rigour.

• The Facilities: You will be teaching in a purpose-built Black Box studio and a professional-grade auditorium with full lighting and sound rigs.

• The Culture: The Arts are a pillar of this school’s identity. You will be supported by a Senior Leadership Team that understands the value of Drama in building student confidence and oracy.

The Script (Your Responsibilities)

We need a practitioner who can balance academic theory with practical performance.

• Curriculum: Deliver high-quality Drama lessons to KS3 and KS4 (GCSE), with the potential for KS5 (A-Level/BTEC) teaching for the right candidate.

• Directing: Take a lead role in the school’s annual major production and smaller showcases throughout the year.

• Enrichment: Run lunch/after-school drama clubs and organise theatre trips to the West End and local Harrow Arts Centre.

• Assessment: rigorous tracking of student progress in both devising and scripted components.

Star Quality (Requirements)

• QTS: Must hold Qualified Teacher Status in the UK.

• Degree: A relevant degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, or Performing Arts.

• Presence: Strong classroom management skills with the ability to command a room and channel student energy effectively.

• Vision: A clear idea of how to make the Drama curriculum inclusive and engaging for students of all backgrounds.

Why Sign with Protocol Education?

• Transparent Career Planning: We help you map out your future 12 months in advance.

• Local Expertise: Our Harrow team works exclusively with schools in the borough and understands the specific commute and catchment nuances.

• Fair Pay: We ensure you are paid to scale (Outer London MPS/UPS) from day one.

• Wellbeing Support: Dedicated consultant support throughout the long lead-up to your start date.

Audition Now

Don't wait for the curtain to fall on this opportunity. The school is looking to view profiles and conduct initial interviews immediately to finalise their 2026 staffing structure.

Apply today via Protocol Education to secure your audition.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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