Teacher of Drama (Maternity Cover)

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative full-time Drama teacher to cover a period of maternity leave from November 2026 to March 2027. Senior School Leidschenveen (SSL) is a vibrant, high-performing international school where the arts are highly valued. Drama has developed a culture of creative excellence within the BSN. School productions are a highlight of the calendar, consistently drawing large audiences and showcasing the talent and enthusiasm of our students. The CandidateThe successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-quality environment. You will be passionate about drama and committed to promoting the subject both within the classroom and through wider school life. You will also demonstrate: Strong knowledge of the English National Curriculum A successful track record of teaching Drama to at least GCSE level The ability to inspire and engage students, fostering a love of learning Excellent organisational and communication skills The ability to teach KS3 and/or KS4 English would be advantageous, though not essential. The RoleDrama is taught across Key Stage 3 and offered as a GCSE option in Years 10 and 11, following the AQA syllabus. At post-16, students can study Literature and Performance within the IB Diploma Programme (Group 1). For a suitably qualified candidate, there may be the opportunity to take on additional responsibility, attracting a responsibility allowance, for leading an element of the KS3 Drama and/or English curriculum (e.g. monitoring reports, assessments, and data tracking).