Job Vacancies in Jewish Schools

Teacher of Drama

Immanuel College
Contract Type: Full Time, Part Time
Start Date: September 2026
Education Setting: Secondary School
Salary: Competitive
Job Category: Subject Teacher
Location: Hertfordshire

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and inspiring Teacher of Drama to develop creative students’ talents, lead performances, and contribute to the wider life of the school.

The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting Drama. Alongside sharing their passion and enthusiasm for the subject through excellent classroom practice, they will support delivery of enrichment opportunities such as whole school productions and theatre visits.

Benefits

By joining Immanuel College, you will enjoy the benefits of working in a supportive, forward‑thinking educational environment which offers:

  • Competitive remuneration within the independent sector and opportunities for progression;
  • Generous pension scheme;
  • Membership to Simplyhealth;
  • Free lunch and refreshments during term time;
  • Free on-site parking; and,
  • Generous discount on school fees.

Application Process

Applications will be reviewed on receipt, and in some cases we may choose to interview and appoint a strong candidate ahead of the closing date. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. If you would like any further information, or an informal conversation to discuss the role please contact Deputy Head Academics, Mrs Danielle Kestenbaum at dkestembaum@immanuelcollege.co.uk

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Before making an application for any vacancy, you should familiarise yourself with our Child Protection & Safeguarding, Recruitment and Selection and our Equal Opportunities policies.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. The school may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social-media accounts, as part of their application.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are outlined in the job description.

Closing date: 23 February 2026, 10:00 am
Interview date: Week Commencing Monday 2 March 2026
Immanuel College
87-91 Elstree Road, Bushey
Hertfordshire
WD23 4EB
https://www.immanuelcollege.co.uk/