Teacher of Drama and Music - August 2026 start

Reports to: Subject Leader of Drama

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach Drama to students in Years 7-13 (including IGCSE and IBDP) and Music to Years 7-9. They will also create opportunities for Drama and Music beyond the classroom and play a vital role in the extra-curricular program. Additionally, the individual will serve as a form tutor within BST’s vertical pastoral framework.

The Drama and Music Departments

At BST, the Drama and Music departments are well-established and operate independently, each led by two dedicated full-time specialist educators. Both departments are located in a newly redeveloped area designed to foster high-quality teaching, rehearsal, and performance. The Key Stage 3 curriculum for both subjects is internally designed to establish a strong foundation for students as they progress to Key Stages 4 and 5. At the examination level, students undertake 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 significant strength of the school, with Drama and Music taking center stage in various productions, concerts, and performance opportunities. Students consistently achieve strong results in external examinations, with many graduates proceeding to prestigious drama schools and music institutions in the UK and abroad.

This position is ideal for an enthusiastic educator with a deep passion for Drama and Music, who appreciates the value of effective, evidence-based teaching strategies, possesses extensive subject knowledge to challenge all learners, and has experience working with mixed ability classes. We are looking for a supportive colleague who is collaborative, reflective, and ready to go the extra mile. A strong dedication to extracurricular Drama and Music activities, including performances and clubs before and after school, is a key expectation of this role.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Teaching and Learning

- In collaboration with, and under the direction of, the Subject Leaders of Drama and Music, design and deliver lessons and units of work for Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
- Serve as an exemplary educator, demonstrating effective lesson planning, organization, and maintaining high standards for both attainment and behavior in all classes.
- Implement evidence-informed strategies to create lessons that encourage progress and present challenges for all students.
- Support students in reflecting on their achievements and identifying their evolving needs.
- Provide students with regular feedback, both verbally and through precise marking, and motivate them to engage with the feedback.
- Utilize relevant data to track progress, establish targets, and plan future lessons.
- Monitor individual student performance and respond appropriately.
- Maintain a solid understanding of relevant subject matter and curriculum areas, keeping students engaged 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 necessary.
- Attend and actively participate in regular meetings.
- Take responsibility for enhancing teaching practices through relevant professional development, incorporating feedback and advice from colleagues.

Other Roles

- Exhibit strong commitment to 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.
- Fulfill duties around the school as outlined in the weekly Duty Rota.
- Participate 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.
- Effectively communicate 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 accordance with the school’s policies.
- Attend to any other reasonable requests made by the Head of the Secondary School and the Senior Leadership Team.

How to Apply

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