About this role
We are seeking a vibrant and enthusiastic Drama and Dance specialist to cover for one academic year, who can work well within a close team setting of music, drama and art specialists.
You will have wide experience creating and teaching an exciting curriculum across the full range of a prep school, Year 1 through to Year 7.
Over the course of an academic year, each year group will have the chance to perform within productions, showcases and dance displays therefore it is essential that you have experience in directing and producing small class showcases as well as full scale year group productions.
You should also be willing to fulfil the extra needs of working outside of normal hours on performance evenings.
It is desired that the right candidate will be able to work effectively to a swift pace and tight timescales with a continuous stream of productions happening throughout the year alongside teaching the curriculum.
We are a thriving, Ofsted “Outstanding” co-ed independent preparatory school for over 400 children, which offers great opportunities for its pupils. The school is forward-thinking yet traditional with a strong family ethos and an excellent reputation. Founded in 1951, Hill House became the first school to teach in two different countries at the same time with the same children. The school still has an annex in Switzerland which hosts specialist courses throughout the year.
Hill House has been providing outstanding education to the children of London for 75 years this September and our staff are noted for their pastoral care, high standard of teaching and adaptability, successful candidates will be expected to embody these attributes.
Application closing date: Wednesday 3 June 2026
Hill House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checking with past employers and an enhanced DBS check.