Visiting Teacher of Speech and Drama

Salary: £41.25 per hour

Contract: Permanent, term-time only

Hours: Two evenings per week, working between 4.30pm and 9.00pm (Specific hours to be agreed with the role holder at the beginning of each term) As this role is flexible and dependent on the number of pupils taking these lessons, the minimum number of hours would be 1 hour per week but with flexibility to increase based on the demand.

Working with pupils individually or in pairs, you will deliver engaging weekly Speech and Drama lessons incorporating vocal and physical warm-ups, text work, improvisation and performance technique. You will support pupils working towards LAMDA examinations, predominantly across grades 5 to 8, as well as helping them prepare for performances and develop their wider acting and public-speaking skills.

You will plan your own weekly timetable around pupil availability, set ambitious but appropriate targets and produce termly reports outlining pupils’ progress and future development. Pupils are encouraged to follow individual pathways, whether that means achieving a first LAMDA grade, progressing towards Grade 8 or diploma-level qualifications, developing repertoire or performing in School presentation evenings.

About you

You will have experience of teaching young people and the ability to enthuse pupils about Speech and Drama. A teaching or performance diploma, or equivalent experience, is essential, together with a good understanding of the LAMDA syllabus. You will be an excellent communicator, confident working independently and able to set clear targets that encourage pupils to fulfil their potential.