Job Introduction
Teacher – Drama (with the ability to teach a second subject)
(Suitable for ECT or experienced teachers)
Start date: January 2027 (earlier start dates will be considered)
Contract: Maternity cover
Closing date: Midday, 7 October 2026
Interview Date: TBC
We are looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic and dedicated leader who has high expectations and continuously strives for the very best outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to join The Hamble School. Our vision, “We Care, We Aim High, We Learn and Achieve Together”, encapsulates the work we do every day. Our intake numbers continue to increase, we remain oversubscribed, and we are committed to ensuring that every student receives the highest quality education.
The Department consists of a dedicated team of experienced staff. The Creative and Performing Arts team are committed to providing students with an outstanding appreciation of the Arts subjects, as well as developing creative and inquisitive minds who aspire to excellence in their practical performance work. As part of the department there is an expectation of staff to contribute to the wider life of the school, offering projects and rehearsals to compliment this vision and support the Arts Team.
We are looking for a strong classroom practitioner who can inspire students. They will have excellent subject knowledge and the ability to make learning exciting, engaging yet challenging in the build-up leading to examination success. The successful candidate will teach Dance at both KS3 and KS4 level with an ability to teach KS3 Drama.
In return, we can offer you:
- A positive and optimistic working environment focused on staff wellbeing, student welfare, progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour.
- Strong internal leadership development programmes and excellent external professional development opportunities, including PiXL, local partnerships and NPQs.
- Personal career development to support your future leadership ambitions.
- A well-equipped campus with excellent gym and swimming facilities run by Everyone Active, available free of charge to staff, alongside discounted membership rates.
- The opportunity to apply for discounted childcare placements with Hamble Early Years Centre.
- Free on-site parking and excellent public transport links.
We welcome visits to the school to see us in action and invite you to come and have an informal chat meet the Headteacher.
For further details and how to apply please go to the school website www.thehambleschool.co.uk, click on ‘Our School’ and ‘Vacancies’. To apply please visit Education Jobs South and click “Apply for this job”. New users of Education Jobs South will need to register an account – you may need to check your junk email folder for set up instructions and add no-reply@education-jobs.org.uk to your list of safe senders. To arrange a visit or to find out more about this vacancy, please contact Jenni Fradgley, HR Officer, at hr@thehambleschool.co.uk. If you currently work in a school, please ensure your first reference is from your current Headteacher. We look forward to receiving your application.
The Hamble School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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