Details of the post of

TEACHER OF DRAMA FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME (0.8)

The Drama Department at King’s The Department of Drama & Theatre Studies is a vibrant part of the King’s community. Curricular, examination and co-curricular activities enable pupils of all ages and abilities to gain experience of acting, producing, and appreciating theatre, through a blend of practical, intellectual and creative activities. We aim to educate and instil a love for the theatre and its varied forms of practice, whilst increasing and supporting confidence and creativity.

The Drama Department is staffed by the Head of Drama & Theatre Studies and a further subject specialist teacher of Drama, whilst Dance is taught by our specialist part-time Dance teacher. Technical support is offered by our Theatre Manager and our Theatre and Events Technician. A talented and dedicated team of peripatetic Speech & Drama teachers offers individual and small group tuition leading to LAMDA and Trinity Guildhall examinations in Acting, Musical Theatre and Public Speaking.

The Department operates from the top floor of the Keyes Building where we have a black box studio, the Wightman Studio, fully-equipped to industry standard with computerised lighting, sound, and projection facilities. Next door is the impressive Dance Studio, the Crow Studio, with its sprung wooden floor and integrated sound system. We also use the John Moore Theatre (which seats three hundred people and is also equipped to industry standard) as both a development space and a venue for full-scale production performances.

Drama is a compulsory part of the curriculum for Years 7 and 8, bedding in core skills which are essential to the subject but also cross-transferable to other subjects and walks of life. The Year 9 Drama curriculum allows pupils to opt for further study, drawing on diverse production elements to gain additional insight into the creation and appreciation of theatre. Excellent foundations are laid for GCSE Drama and A Level Drama and Theatre, both of which currently follow AQA specifications - practically stimulating, academically rigorous courses for those with a true passion for our great theatrical heritage. The Department enjoys considerable academic success and also prepares students to extend their training and production opportunities with former students who have gone on to win coveted places at the country's top Drama Schools and make their mark in the creative industries.

Each year we stage ambitious productions to full houses, as well as more intimate pupil-led performances, including the work of our GCSE and A-level cohorts. We offer technical theatre and design as options alongside acting and directing at every level. Weekly practical clubs for all ages foster a spirit of creativity and curiosity, allowing pupils to develop their talents in the supportive company of like-minded individuals. Many pupils in Years 7, 9 and 12 are able to choose Drama as their nominated skill in the Bronze, Silver and Gold Arts Awards accredited by Trinity Guildhall and for which the school has been awarded ‘Champion Centre’ status.

Teacher of Drama The successful candidate will be a Drama specialist with considerable personal enthusiasm for the subject. They should have a willingness to develop their professional skills in a Department that combines experience with innovation, taking a lead in developing certain areas of the academic curriculum and assuming responsibility for driving forward some of the Department’s many and varied co-curricular projects. They will have the ability to adapt to the needs of pupils and colleagues and the skills of leading and motivating others while also being a good team player. Good emotional intelligence and a sense of humour are essential. The successful candidate will also provide an excellent example of the attributes expected of all teachers of Drama at King’s, which are outlined below.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• teach to the highest standard

• demonstrate in-depth and confident knowledge

• enable pupils to express themselves as freely as possible

• cater for learners of different types and abilities

• maintain class interest and lesson pace and maximise learning in part by means of a varied range of resources

• demonstrate in-depth, current and confident knowledge of relevant examination syllabuses and prepare pupils thoroughly for examinations

• promote positive attitudes in the classroom, encouraging respect, tolerance, co-operation, courtesy and self-control at all times

• record and report the details of each child’s progress, achievement and

effort

• support pupils and colleagues fully in organisation of a diverse range of tasks, from examination preparation and marking to participating in/organising theatre trips and workshops and leading productions and other co-curricular projects

• maintain regular effective communication with colleagues, liaising regularly with the Head of Drama

• review their own effectiveness in their respective role(s)

• develop their own range of skills and knowledge • maintain standards and implement the Department’s and the School’s

policies and procedures.

Benefits of working at King’s You will be joining a highly successful, well-resourced School with a warm atmosphere and positive outlook.

Remuneration The salary will be commensurate with the importance of the post and with the experience and qualities of the successful candidate.

School Fees There is 50% fee remission for children of employees who attend Schools in the King’s Foundation (pro-rata for part time staff).

Development The School will support your career development through a broad range of professional learning opportunities and we are fortunate to be able to take advantage of a generous INSET budget. We welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers and a full induction process is offered. Wellbeing Employees have access to the School’s sports facilities including the gym and swimming pool at agreed times. Lunch is provided for employees during the school day. Flu vaccination offered.

Application procedure All applications will be acknowledged. The closing date for this post is Wednesday 13th May. All applicants will be notified after the closing date whether or not they have been invited to an interview. Successful applicants will be advised of the date and time of the interview. References will normally be taken up prior to interview and candidates should be aware that referees will be asked to comment on a candidate’s disciplinary record and whether or not the candidate has been subject to any child protection concerns. Qualification certificates (originals not copies) will be required at interview, as will proof of identity.

Candidates unsuccessful at interview will receive written notification.

The School is required to ensure that the successful candidate is checked by the Disclosure and Barring Service. Details of the School’s policies on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children as well as equal opportunities are available on request. References will be obtained and verified prior to the appointment being confirmed.

How to apply Please complete an application form (Teaching Staff) available on the vacancies page of the School’s website www.ksw.org.uk/vacancies, and return it, with a covering letter, detailing your relevant experience, how you would intend to meet the challenges of the role and the particular qualities and strengths which you would hope to bring to the post to: The Headmaster, The King’s School, 5 College Green, Worcester, WR1 2LL or email headmaster@ksw.org.uk We welcome applications from applicants seeking full-time or part-time work. Please indicate in your application your preferred working hours full-time or part-time (0.8).

There is no requirement to include a CV, although you are free to do so in addition to your application form if you think it would be helpful in detailing your achievements and experience.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 13th May Interview date: Week commencing 18th May Start date: September 2020

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