Secondary Drama Teacher
Capital School is looking to appoint a Secondary Drama Teacher to start in August 2025.
The Capital School Bahrain is based on a classic British School set-up that offers a classroom structure with key stages of development. We teach the British National Curriculum including Early Years' Foundation Stage, whilst adhering to the requirements of the Bahrain Ministry of Education for Arabic, Islamic, and Social Studies. We create a positive & nurturing atmosphere to provide an excellent educational experience for our pupils.
Our teaching and learning approaches reflect only the very best of British educational practice and are contained within a modern learning environment which is both stimulating and purposeful. We aim to reinforce family values and customs at all times which in turn creates an atmosphere of warmth and care, because we believe that a happy child is one who learns more effectively. Our notion of team spirit and co-operation is reinforced through our school house system of Buckingham, Windsor, Kensington, and Westminster.
We moved to the new site in summer 2022, which organized the school into nursery, primary, and senior schools in separate buildings to accommodate all our pupils in the most effective learning environments. For the right applicant, there will be opportunities to rapidly progress into middle and senior leadership roles.
We are a BSO (British School Overseas) and BSME school, meaning that we take newly qualified and early career teachers from the UK to support them through their teaching career. This role will involve mentoring staff through their teaching experience.
For further information, visit our website www.capitalschoolbahrain.com.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Secondary Drama Teacher, your primary responsibility will be to deliver high-quality Drama lessons that engage students and foster their passion for performing arts. Your key duties will include:
- Planning and delivering dynamic and inclusive Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring that all students are challenged, supported, and able to express their creativity.
- Encouraging students to engage with both the theoretical and practical aspects of Drama, including acting, directing, and understanding the history and significance of drama in society.
- Designing and leading performance-based projects, helping students develop key skills in acting, voice, movement, and stagecraft.
- Providing constructive feedback on students' performances, helping them develop their skills and grow in confidence.
- Organizing and overseeing school productions, performances, and drama events, ensuring all students have the opportunity to participate and develop their theatrical skills.
- Collaborating with other faculty members to incorporate cross-curricular links and integrate Drama with other subjects where appropriate.
- Maintaining a positive classroom environment that promotes respect, collaboration, and self-expression, ensuring that all students feel included and encouraged.
- Assessing student progress regularly, using formative and summative assessments to inform planning and support individual development.
- Contributing to the development and review of the Drama curriculum, ensuring that it remains engaging, relevant, and challenging for all students.
- Maintaining strong communication with students, parents, and guardians to keep them informed about student progress, school events, and performances.
- Supporting extracurricular activities and school events that promote Drama within the wider school community, such as drama clubs, theatre trips, and workshops.
- Participating in professional development to enhance teaching practice and stay informed of new trends and techniques in the world of Drama education.
- Adhering to the school’s safeguarding policies, ensuring the safety and well-being of all students at all times.
- Contributing to the school’s wider ethos and supporting initiatives aimed at student well-being and development.
Person specification:
We are looking for a reflective practitioner who:
- Qualified teacher with experience in teaching Drama at secondary school level, with a solid understanding of both practical and theoretical aspects of the subject.
- A degree in Drama, Performing Arts, or a related field.
- A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS).
- Previous experience in teaching Drama at secondary school level (preferred).
- A passion for the performing arts and helping students explore their creativity and talents.
- Strong knowledge of the current Drama curriculum and assessment methods.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage rehearsals, performances, and classroom activities effectively.
In return, we offer an attractive expatriate remuneration package, including a competitive salary, housing allowance, health insurance, and an annual flight allowance.
Suitable applicants will be interviewed upon receipt of application, so early applications are encouraged.
How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents:
- Updated CV
- Copies of qualification certificates