Teacher of Drama with English (Rye College)

Hours of work: 26
Working pattern: Part-time
(As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Midday Friday 02 October 2026

Rye College isseekingto appoint an enthusiastic,energeticand adaptable Teacher of Drama with English.

We are seeking a candidatewhocandemonstrateexcellentsubjectknowledge,tojoinourhighly-motivatedteam.We are driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all students to experience an exceptional education. We are open to applications from experienced teachers or ambitious newcomers.

Ouridealcandidatewill:

• Beanexcellentteacherof Drama and English,tostudentsofallabilitiesin key stages 3 and4;
• Havealoveofthesubject/sanddesireandabilitytoconveythistostudents;
• Beenthusiastic,energeticandopentoinnovation;
• Possesseffectivecommunicationskillsandbeemotionallyintelligent;
• PossesseffectiveICTskillsandbeopentonewusesoftechnologyintheworkplace;
• Becommittedtoextra-curricularactivitiesincludinglunchtimeactivities;
• Becommittedtocontinuingprofessionallearning;
• Haveintegrity,optimismandagoodsenseofhumour;
• Holdagoodhonoursdegreealongwithqualifiedteacherstatus.

In return, we offer:

• Ahappycommunitycommittedtotheprofessionaldevelopmentofallcolleagues;
• Adistinctive localcontextensuringweplaceinclusivityattheheartofallwedo;
• Askilledandexperiencedteamofteachersandotherprofessionals;
• Amotivatedleadershipteamleadingrapidimprovementtothestudents'lifechances;
• Acollegeinwhichthestudentsareenthusiastic,engagingandthoughtful.

Wewouldbepleasedtowelcomeyouforaninformalvisittoourcollegepriortoapplication.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to .
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.