Teacher of Drama
Teacher of Drama
Permanent; Full time
Commencing: September 2026 or January 2027
Closing date: 14 May 2026 at 12 noon
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an outstanding drama department at Haileybury as Teacher of Drama
Drama is a great strength at Haileybury, achieving excellent academic outcomes and mounting productions of the highest calibre. The academic drama offer is led by the Head of Drama, working closely with the Director of Dramatic Arts who oversees a rich programme of drama activities and productions on the co-curricular side.
In any given year a range of major co-curricular performances are mounted, catering for all age groups. These include both plays and musical productions. In addition, there are performance evenings, plays and events throughout the year drawn from curriculum performance work, LAMDA, House Drama etc. There are also a variety of smaller class-based productions and events, including the annual Arts Week, where both academic and co-curricular work is showcased.
It is a dynamic and busy department with all drama staff expected to annually direct a co-curricular production as well as participate in TTU and a range of drama workshops, clubs and activities. We invest a lot of time in supporting and collaborating on each other’s directorial efforts, working enthusiastically to generate a mutually warm and rewarding atmosphere amongst the drama team.
The successful applicant will be educated to a degree level within a relevant subject and will feel confident that they have the knowledge and ability to teach the subject at A level. They will have an interest in fostering lifelong learning in our pupils and the ability to stretch pupils beyond the curriculum.
Please see the candidate brief for more information.
About Haileybury
Haileybury is a leading co-educational independent boarding and day school in Hertfordshire with over 900 pupils, aged 11 to 18. Founded in 1862, Haileybury is a school that values its history and traditions, but which is innovative and progressive.
Haileybury has an exceptional reputation in the UK and internationally, and is pleased to share an excellent outcome from its most recent Independent Schools Inspectorate visit in October 2025, highlighting a broad and balanced curriculum, enthusiastic teaching and an extensive range of sport, outdoor education, drama, and music. We are also thrilled that Haileybury has been awarded the prestigious title of Boarding School of the Year 2024 by Tes.
We are a dynamic, outward-looking and future-oriented school which aims to provide high academic achievement, outstanding pastoral care and a rich and varied co-curricular programme; we want our pupils to leave school as confident, rounded and ambitious individuals.
Haileybury is situated on a beautiful 500-acre estate. Accommodation may be provided, either on or near the school site. Other benefits include pension, private healthcare, and substantial fee remission. Staff have the opportunity to utilise the School’s wonderful facilities including gyms, swimming pool, and our Health and Wellbeing Centre. Staff are also provided with lunch, and other meals as needed, within our magnificent dining hall.
The School offers exciting career development opportunities, supported by a comprehensive professional development programme.
How to apply
To apply for the above position please complete the application form in full, with reference to the candidate brief, and return it with a covering letter to teacherrecruitment@haileybury.com by Thursday 14 May 2026 at 12 noon.
Please be aware that we cannot consider an application unless the application form has been filled in completely, including details of your full employment history.
The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date; candidates are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The School has a diverse pupil body and is committed to its strategy of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds to enrich our collective knowledge and experience. Appointments will be made on merit.
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Haileybury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection vetting, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.