Teacher of Drama (Maternity Cover)

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and motivated Drama teacher with an infectious passion for the subject to join us.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to create innovative and exciting learning opportunities for our students.

You must be confident in the delivery of Drama and have the ambition and dedication to continue to develop the curriculum in line with current practice and research in effective teaching.

You will be able to support in the promotion of excellent standards of student learning, achievement, progress, attainment and behaviour through working effectively and collaboratively. You will be passionate about your specialist subject and seek to positively impact your field and the Academy.

This is a temporary role for 19.5 hours per week to cover a period of maternity leave.

Vision & Aims - The de Ferrers Trust

The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:

• Delivering a high-quality education


• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff


• Establishing and developing robust governance


• Ensuring financial probity and viability


• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services


• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust


CPD

The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.

In Return

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

• Cycle-to-work scheme


• Employee assistance programme


• Discounted gym membership


• BHSF healthcare scheme


• Eyecare voucher scheme


• Access to a fully fitted fitness suite, located on-site at The de Ferrers Academy


Visits

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit, and this can be arranged by telephoning .

To Apply

If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please contact the HR Team on .

Click the 'Quick Apply' button to complete your application.

This is an open advert and will close once a suitable candidate has been found. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of applications.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

• Cycle-to-work scheme


• Employee assistance programme


• Discounted gym membership


• BHSF healthcare scheme


• Eyecare voucher scheme


• Access to a fully fitted fitness suite, located on-site at The de Ferrers Academy