Drama Primary Teacher in Isle of Wight, Newport

Drama Primary Teacher in Isle of Wight, Newport

Newport +1 Full-Time 31650 - 43607 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Ribbons and Reeves Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Inspire young learners through drama, storytelling, and creative exploration.
  • Company: Join the founding team of a new pre-preparatory school in Epping Forest.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and 24/7 virtual GP access.
  • Other info: Be part of a serene, well-resourced setting designed for excellent teaching.
  • Why this job: Shape a nurturing environment and build a vibrant school community from scratch.
  • Qualifications: QTS with a strong background in Drama or Performing Arts; EYFS/KS1 experience preferred.

The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.

Join the founding team of a new pre-preparatory school in Epping Forest for September 2026. An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism to join the founding team of a brand-new pre-preparatory school for children aged 3-7. This role is ideal for a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism who is passionate about early performance skills, confidence-building, storytelling and nurturing expressive, joyful learners through a knowledge-rich curriculum.

As a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism, you will help shape a school built on calm classrooms, strong routines and a deep understanding of child development. You will introduce young learners to the foundations of Drama through movement, role-play, voice work, character, story structure and imaginative exploration, ensuring lessons are engaging, accessible and age-appropriate within a thoughtfully designed environment.

What The School Offers

  • Competitive salary starting at £45,000
  • Extensive employee assistance programme
  • Preferential fee discounts for eligible staff
  • Ongoing professional development and coaching
  • 24/7 virtual GP access
  • Legal, financial and wellbeing support
  • A serene, well-resourced setting designed to support excellent teaching

Who We're Looking For

  • Holds QTS with a strong academic background (Drama, Performing Arts or related field preferred)
  • Has experience in EYFS/KS1 or pre-preparatory settings (essential) or an ECT with strong academics
  • Understands early child development and the foundations of expressive arts
  • Values clarity, structure and joyful, knowledge-rich teaching
  • Works with warmth, creativity and professionalism
  • Is excited to help build a new school community from the ground up

If you are a Primary Teacher with a Drama specialism who wants to shape a school's foundations, inspire young learners, and contribute to a thoughtful, modern-traditional educational vision, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Locations

NewportIsle of Wight

Drama Primary Teacher in Isle of Wight, Newport employer: Ribbons and Reeves Limited

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Ribbons and Reeves Limited

Contact Details:

Ribbons and Reeves Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Drama Primary Teacher in Isle of Wight, Newport

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
Drama Specialism
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Experience
Key Stage 1 (KS1) Experience
Understanding of Child Development
Knowledge of Expressive Arts
Creativity