Teacher of Drama and Music - August 2026 start

Reports to: Subject Leader of Drama

Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will instruct Drama for students in Years 7-13 (including IGCSE and IBDP) and teach Music to Years 7-9. They will also create additional opportunities for Drama and Music outside of classroom settings and play a crucial role in the extracurricular program. Furthermore, the individual will act as a form tutor within BST’s vertical pastoral framework.

The Drama and Music Departments

At BST, the Drama and Music departments are robust and operate autonomously, each led by two dedicated full-time specialists. Both departments are housed in a newly revamped area designed to enhance quality teaching, rehearsal, and performance. The Key Stage 3 curriculum for both subjects is crafted internally to provide a solid foundation for students as they advance to Key Stages 4 and 5. At the examination level, students pursue the Cambridge IGCSE in Drama and Music, followed by the IBDP, which offers both Theatre and Music at Standard and Higher Levels. The co-curricular program is a notable strength of the school, with Drama and Music playing a prominent role in various productions, concerts, and performance opportunities. Students consistently achieve excellent results in external examinations, with many alumni advancing to prestigious drama schools and music institutions in the UK and internationally.

This role is perfect for an enthusiastic educator with a genuine passion for Drama and Music, who values effective, evidence-driven teaching methods, possesses extensive subject knowledge to challenge all learners, and has experience working with diverse ability groups. We seek a supportive colleague who is collaborative, reflective, and willing to go the extra mile. A strong commitment to extracurricular Drama and Music activities, including performances and clubs before and after school, is a key expectation of this position.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Teaching and Learning

- Collaborate with, and under the guidance of, the Subject Leaders of Drama and Music, to design and deliver lessons and units for Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
- Serve as a model educator, demonstrating effective lesson planning, organization, and maintaining high standards for both attainment and behavior in all classes.
- Employ evidence-informed strategies to create lessons that promote progress and present challenges for every student.
- Assist students in reflecting on their achievements and recognizing their evolving needs.
- Provide regular feedback to students, both verbally and through accurate marking, and encourage engagement with that feedback.
- Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan future lessons.
- Track individual student performance and respond appropriately.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of relevant subject matter and curriculum areas, ensuring student engagement and addressing any misunderstandings.
- Uphold high behavior expectations and create an environment that aligns with the school’s code of conduct.
- Contribute to the school’s evaluation and improvement documentation as needed.
- Attend and actively participate in regular meetings.
- Take initiative in enhancing teaching practices through relevant professional development, incorporating feedback and suggestions from colleagues.

Other Roles

- Demonstrate strong commitment by organizing and participating in evening and/or weekend events hosted by the Music and Drama departments.
- Lead assigned Wednesday afternoon Explore sessions, Duke of Edinburgh activities, or Life Skills classes.
- Carry out duties around the school as specified in the weekly Duty Rota.
- Engage actively in residential curriculum trips as part of the BST Outdoors program.
- Serve as a Tutor within the school’s House system.
- Contribute positively to the broader life and ethos of the school.
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding students’ achievements and well-being.
- Treat students with dignity, fostering relationships based on mutual respect.
- Prioritize the safeguarding of students’ well-being in alignment with the school’s policies.
- Address any other reasonable requests made by the Head of the Secondary School and the Senior Leadership Team.

How to Apply

- For the full job description, please refer to the attached document and submit your application through the link provided in the post.
- The application deadline is April 12th, 2026.
- The British School in Tokyo welcomes applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
- Please be aware that this position is contingent upon an enhanced DBS check or International Child Protection Check, along with satisfactory background checks for any previous countries of residence.