Teacher - English and Drama - Aldar Education - Muna British Academy (AY 26/27)

Overview

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum 1 - 2 years’ experience in teaching experience

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background
• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check

What We Offer

Main Duties

• Teaching and Learning
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge across the drama curriculum, delivering high-quality teaching across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, including GCSE, A Level and BTEC pathways where appropriate.
• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons that develop students’ performance skills, creativity, confidence, collaboration and understanding of theatrical styles and practitioners.
• Plan and deliver schemes of work aligned with the UK National Curriculum at KS3 and examination board specifications at KS4 and KS5.
• Prepare students effectively for external qualifications including (I)GCSE, A Level and BTEC Drama qualifications.
• Promote creativity through practical workshops, rehearsals, scripted and devised performance work, and opportunities for reflection and evaluation.
• Provide high-quality guidance and feedback during performance rehearsals, coursework and examinations to ensure students meet assessment requirements.
• Plan lessons and sequences of learning that meet the needs of all learners, ensuring challenge and support across the full ability range.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor student progress, inform planning and support students in achieving their potential.
• Develop students’ communication, presentation, resilience and teamwork skills through practical and performance-based learning experiences.
• Ensure that drama studios, theatres and performance spaces are organised effectively and that resources and displays support a stimulating learning environment.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety within rehearsal and performance spaces, ensuring students work safely when using staging, props, costumes and technical equipment.
• Use a range of teaching strategies, including digital technology and blended learning approaches, to enhance student engagement and progress.
• Support the needs of all learners including POD (SEN), EAL and G&T students through effective differentiation and inclusive teaching practices.
• Contribute to curriculum development within the drama department, ensuring that the curriculum remains engaging, rigorous and aligned with developments in theatre and performing arts education.

Assessment, Progress and Achievement

• Monitor and track student progress using assessment data to inform teaching and identify students who require additional challenge or support.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback that supports students in improving their scientific knowledge, investigative skills and examination performance.
• Prepare students effectively for internal and external assessments through structured guidance, rehearsal strategies and examination preparation.
• Contribute to departmental moderation and standardisation processes to ensure accurate and consistent assessment.
• Support students in developing strong performance, evaluative and analytical skills required for GCSE, A Level and BTEC Drama qualifications.

Behaviour Management and Student Wellbeing

• Follow the school’s behaviour policy and maintain high expectations for student conduct and engagement.
• Manage classes effectively using positive behaviour strategies that support a focused and productive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with students, encouraging respect, responsibility and independence.
• Act as a positive role model and uphold the values and ethos of the school.
• Support the pastoral development of students and contribute to the wider wellbeing and safeguarding of all learners.

Professional Responsibilities and Wider Contribution

• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, drama clubs, productions, showcases, competitions and community performances.
• Lead and support school productions, assemblies, performances and special events as required.
• Support whole-school initiatives and cross-curricular opportunities that promote creativity, sustainability, innovation and enterprise.
• Participate in departmental planning, professional development and collaborative working with colleagues.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting and parent communication processes.
• Carry out duties and responsibilities as directed in line with the school’s policies and expectations.