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Drama Specialist - Independent Prep School

Job Description
Drama Specialist - Independent Prep School

Location: Westminster, London
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time
Recruitment Agency: Reeson Education

Are you a passionate Drama Specialist looking for an exciting new opportunity in a prestigious Westminster prep school?

Reeson Education is delighted to be working with a fantastic prep school in Westminster that is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and dedicated Drama Specialist to join their team on a full-time basis from January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring drama practitioner to nurture pupils' creativity, build confidence and bring learning to life through the performing arts.



The Role

As the Drama Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and imaginative drama lessons to pupils across the prep school age range. You will play a key role in developing pupils' performance skills, encouraging self-expression and fostering a love of the performing arts.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Planning and delivering creative, engaging and age-appropriate drama lessons.

  • Inspiring pupils to develop their confidence, communication and performance skills.

  • Supporting and directing school productions, performances and drama-related events.

  • Creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

  • Working collaboratively with colleagues to enrich the wider school curriculum and co-curricular programme.



The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a creative and enthusiastic Drama Specialist with a genuine passion for working with children in a prep school setting.

You will ideally have:

  • Experience teaching drama to primary or prep school-aged pupils.

  • Strong subject knowledge and a passion for the performing arts.

  • Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

  • The ability to inspire, motivate and engage pupils of varying abilities.

  • A collaborative approach and a commitment to creating a positive learning environment.

  • Relevant teaching qualifications or equivalent drama experience.



What the School Offers

  • A full-time position starting in January 2027.

  • The opportunity to work in a fantastic prep school in Westminster.

  • Enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn and explore their creativity.

  • The chance to contribute to the school's wider performing arts provision.

  • A supportive school environment where creativity and pupil development are valued.



Apply Today

If you are a passionate Drama Specialist ready to make a real difference in a prep school environment, Reeson Education would love to hear from you!

To find out more about this exciting opportunity or to apply, please contact Reeson Education today.

Reeson Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to the relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%