Teacher of Drama (with possibility of Head of Year 12)

Teacher of Drama

(with possibility of Head of Year 12)

Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Contract type: Full time or Part time, Permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS (plus TLR if appointed as Head of Year 12)

Job starts: January 2027 or April 2027

Closing date: Monday 23rd November 2026 at 12 noon

We are an outstanding co-educational grammar school with outstanding provision for our young people. Our vision is to pioneer a grammar school education which equips the visionaries of tomorrow.

We’re looking to appoint a highly motivated Teacher of Drama who can inspire our exceptional students and drive them forward to achieve even better results. You will need to have a strong subject knowledge and be able to teach students of all abilities and ages. As well as this you will be highly organised with excellent communication and time management skills and will actively get involved with our ongoing efforts to become a fast-improving school.

Applicants will have the opportunity to work alongside outstanding practitioners in an environment which fosters high achievement and high standards. Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School offers extensive CPD pathways and will support the right candidate in developing their leadership skills and career aspirations.

We can offer you:

an outstanding school full of students who are committed to learning

a welcoming team committed to staff well-being and professional development

a vibrant community in which staff and students thrive through a commitment to academic study, a passion for creative arts, a drive for sporting endeavour and a devotion to championing personal development

We would like you to:

fully commit to our Vision, Mission and Values (see above and below)

fully commit to the safeguarding of all students and to inclusion

have high expectations of yourself, and our students

be committed to improving the life chances of young people from diverse backgrounds

be willing to commit to life beyond the academic curriculum

How to apply:

For any enquiries relating to the position please contact the Trust’s Human Resources Team, either by email recruitment@insignis.org.uk or by telephone 01296 744351, who will be happy to help.

Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd November 2026 at 12 noon

Insignis Academy Trust operates rigorous ‘safer recruitment’ practices, and the successful candidates will be required to undertake the completion of satisfactory checks including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, medical report, confirmation of qualifications, documentation to prove Right to Work in the UK and a prohibition from teaching check. We encourage and value candidates who have varied lived experiences and inclusive mindsets, either due to their engagements in the world or due to their protected characteristics (as set out in the Equalities Act 2010). We are committed to continued development of a community that is representative of the environment in which we work and in nurturing an equitable society. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline if a suitable candidate is found. The Insignis Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.