Drama Specialist and Subject Lead

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

Drama Specialist and Subject Lead (0.6 FTE)
September 2026

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 13 March 2026.
 Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.
Early applications are advised. The school will review applications as they
come in and reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.

WELCOME

TO OUR REAL WORLD READY SCHOOL

St George’s School Windsor Castle is an award-winning day and boarding school for children aged 3–13,
offering extensive facilities in a truly iconic setting at the foot of Windsor Castle.

The first standalone prep school in the UK to be designated an IB World School, St George’s prides itself on
combining a pioneering, world-class International Baccalaureate curriculum, with exciting opportunities to
collaborate across the globe through Round Square, and a school-wide approach which prioritises mental
wellbeing, nurturing children to be kind, resilient, inquisitive, internationally minded and Real World Ready.

Alongside an exceptional reputation for musical excellence, including a 675-year history of educating the
choristers of the world-famous St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, the school offers diverse
opportunities across sport, performing arts, design and technology, both via the taught curriculum as well
as through an exciting co-curricular programme, offering more than 80 activities across the year, ranging
from scuba diving to street dance, cookery and Eco Club.

In its most recent inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate in November 2025, St George’s met
all applicable standards. reinforcing the ‘excellent’ rating received under the previous inspection framework
in 2022. In 2023, St George’s won a Hieda Award in recognition of its proactive approach to mental wellbeing
for both students and the wider school community and in 2025, St George’s was ranked as one of the top
100 independent schools in the world in the Spear’s 500 Schools Index. The school was also shortlisted as
Independent Prep School of the Year in both the 2024 Tes Schools Awards and the 2025 Independent
Schools of the Year awards.

We employ over ninety staff, all of whom contribute hugely to the success, warmth and happiness of the
school and its students, and the school values of kindness, honesty and courage permeate every aspect of
school life. If you would like to join us, read on. We very much look forward to receiving your application.

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DRAMA SPECIALIST AND
SUBJECT LEAD

We are seeking an enthusiastic and engaging part-time
(0.6 FTE) drama specialist with vision and energy to join
our exceptional staff team.

The postholder will teach class drama to Years 3-8,
working within the IB PYP and Senior Prep Curriculum
framework, direct the annual productions for Years 4-8
and provide opportunities for all students to get
involved with co-curricular drama activities.

The role reports to the Deputy Head (Head of Pre-Prep) who line manages          the
Performing Arts Faculty.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching class drama to Years 3-8

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Planning and teaching whole class drama lessons, ensuring there is
alignment to the PYP ‘Units of Inquiry’ and Years 7 and 8 curriculum.
Ensuring lessons are relevant, well planned and engaging for all students.
Making adjustments to enable all students to access drama lessons, including SEND students.
Exposing students to a rich diversity of genres and styles of drama and theatre studies.
Proposing and preparing students for drama scholarships to future schools.

Directing productions

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Planning, producing and directing productions across the year. These are currently: Year 4 in
December; Year 5 in February; Year 6 in March; Years 7 and 8 combined in June.
● Working with the Business Director and SLT to budget and plan the productions.
● Working alongside colleagues in the Performing Arts Faculty.

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Ensuring all students have the opportunity to take part in productions.

Supporting the delivery of Speech and Drama lessons

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Supporting the work of the speech and drama teacher (part time).
Alongside the Performing Arts Administrator and Performing Arts Graduate Assistant, support
entries for exams and LAMDA showcase events for parents.

Running at least one after-school co-curricular activity, broadening access to drama.

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and staff may be expected to undertake other duties as
reasonably requested by their faculty lead or a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Details of the terms
and conditions of employment at St George’s are to be found in the Staff Contract.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Learning and Teaching
Teachers are accountable for the quality of learning in
their lessons and they are responsible for:

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Developing a love of learning and inquiry in all
students.
Using schemes of work to plan outstanding,
stimulating and creative lessons, where all
learners are considered, and can contribute,
progress and develop themselves.
Ensuring appropriate, interesting and diverse
resources are available to all students.
Setting and marking classwork, prep and assessments.
Assessing, tracking and recording the development, progress, achievement and attainment of their
students.
Liaising closely with the Learning Enrichment Team as required.
Appraising and supporting the general welfare and individual needs of students in their class.
Outstanding class management, maintaining good order and behaviour and tidiness in classrooms.
Maintaining an attractive, stimulating and welcoming classroom environment.
Creating displays to ensure that every child’s output is valued and represented.
Health and Safety in their classrooms as detailed in the School’s Health & Safety Manual.
Developing a proactive and positive relationship with parents.
Attending Parents’ Evenings and reporting back in a constructive and honest manner.

Co-Curricular
All staff play an active role in the co-curricular life of the school, including after-school activities and are
responsible for:

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Running at least 1 activity per week.
Ensuring that all safety requirements are met and proper procedures followed (see the School’s
Health & Safety Manual), including producing risk assessments.
Ensuring that all students are able to contribute to and benefit from the activity.
Liaising with parents and school staff, including the Business Director, as needed.
Attending events such as concerts, trips, Chapel and sports fixtures.

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and staff may be expected to undertake other duties as
reasonably requested by their faculty lead or a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Details of the terms
and conditions of employment at St George’s are to be found in the Staff Contract.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

School-wide

Teachers are expected to:

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Be advocates of the core values of the
school: kindness, honesty, courage and
uphold the central vision and mission of the
school.
Teach and take full responsibility for the
classes assigned and provide an academic
and pastoral overview of each student.

Perform break and lunch duties, and contribute to the co-curricular programme.
Fully support the life of the Choristers of St George’s Chapel, and understand the school’s heritage
as a choir school.
Attend pre-term INSET days (up to 6 a year) and commit to the collaborative nature of the team at
St George’s.
Fully support the learning ethos of the IB.
Commit to St George’s as a team player, ready to engage with colleagues as professional friends.
Establish positive and proactive relationships with our parent body, reporting back on a frequent
basis, and attending parents’ evenings as required. Full written reports are provided at least twice a
year.
Join willingly and enthusiastically in the life of the school.
Take on any other duties as may be agreed from time to time with the Head.

All staff share responsibility for:

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Maintaining high professional standards at all times
Promoting and maintaining the reputation of the School.
Supporting the work and life of the choristers, and in turn the boarding community.
Providing cover for absent colleagues.
Participating actively in the rotas of duties.
Maintaining standards of student behaviour and discipline at all times.

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and staff may be expected to undertake other duties as
reasonably requested by their faculty lead or a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Details of the terms
and conditions of employment at St George’s are to be found in the Staff Contract.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education, Training and Qualifications

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A suitably qualified teacher of drama; educated to degree level with English, drama / theatre
studies or acting qualifications
PGCE / QTS qualification or equivalent

Experience

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An excellent drama practitioner, with experience of working in either a Prep or Senior School as a
drama specialist
Experience of teaching LAMDA
Experience of teaching a range of ages (3 to 13 years olds)
Experience of outstanding pastoral care
Experience of effective use of IT for both learning & teaching and administrative use

Skills and Outlook

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Approachable, personable, supportive, patient and kind
An appropriate sense of humour and professional manner
An energetic multi-tasker
An ability to delegate and use initiative
Collegial, reflective and collaborative
A growth mindset with a desire to improve and self-reflect
A team player with a willingness to share and learn from others
An ability to take ownership and responsibility
An ability to work calmly under pressure and adhere to deadlines
An outstanding written and oral communicator
A positive approach to life that inspires others
A strong and determined commitment to individual student learning and wellbeing
A strong and determined commitment to improving the experience of students at St George’s

St George’s School Windsor Castle is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality of
opportunity for all staff. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex,
gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and
marriage/civil partnerships.

All completed application forms (which can be
found on the school website) should be sent for
the attention of:
Emma Károlyi, Head and Katie Chorley, Business
Director

POSITION

SAFEGUARDING

St George’s School Windsor Castle is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment.

All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection
screening appropriate to the post. The appointment is subject to
satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the
relevant statutory guidance, including an enhanced Disclosure
and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, proof of
identity and eligibility to work in the UK, a review of the
applicant’s social media presence and proof of qualifications.

RENUMERATION

St George’s has its own salary scale. Lunch is provided during school terms and parking is available on
site. The school operates a defined contribution pension scheme.

All full time staff at St George’s are entitled to apply for a means-tested fee discount of up to 50% for their
child/children (subject to satisfying the admissions criteria and availability).

HOW TO APPLY

Application forms can be found on the Staff Recruitment page of the school website. All completed forms
should be submitted by email, marked for the attention of:

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Emma Adriano, Deputy Head (Head of Pre-Prep)
Sent to: recruitment@stgwindsor.org

CLOSING DATE: Forms should be received no later than 12 noon on Friday 13 March 2026..

Interviews will be held as soon as possible after application closing date. Early applications are advised.
The school will review applications as they come in and reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.

OUR VISION
Students become ‘Real World Ready’.

OUR MISSION
To ignite inquiry, instil a passion
for learning and foster our Christian
values. Through inspirational
teaching, children develop the
mindset and skills to navigate
life’s opportunities and contribute
to global society.

OUR VALUES
Kindness  |  Honesty  |  Courage

“A liberal, outward-looking
education delivered by bright-eyed
teachers in a small and nurturing
urban haven (plus castle)”

“A progressive school
leading the charge in
educational reform”

“The only standalone UK prep to
offer the IB, St George’s will surely
lead with many novel ideas.”

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