Teacher of Drama
Location: Rochdale Sixth Form College, College Road, Rochdale, OL12 6HYStart Date: August 2026
Contract: Fixed Term for 1 Year 0.6 Contract (3 days)Salary: Sixth Form Colleges Association Teachers Pay Spine, points 1-9. Actual for 0.6 is £20,079 – £31,028
About the Role: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Drama to join a high-performing and well-resourced department with a strong track record of academic success, consistently achieving ALPS Grade 2 over the past three years, including an exceptional ALPS Grade 1 in 2022.
Responsibilities
- Teach allocated students by planning teaching to achieve progression of learning in accordance with RSFC policies.
- Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students are supported to succeed.
- Using data to monitor student progress and implement strategies to support achievement.
- Participating in departmental planning, assessment, and curriculum development.
- Monitoring and intervening during teaching to ensure effective learning and maintain a safe environment in which students feel confident.
- Engaging in the college’s extensive enrichment programme and wider college life.
- Contributing to the sharing of best practice and continuous improvement within the Drama faculty.
Our central purpose is to help our students realise their academic potential. We believe every young person has the potential to succeed and devote ourselves to improving student achievement, through an unceasing focus upon learning and teaching and student support.
We Offer
- A high-achieving and respectful student cohort.
- Excellent CPD opportunities, including subject-specific training and leadership pathways.
- A supportive leadership team and a collegiate working environment.
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Who We’re Looking For
- Strong subject knowledge and a real passion for Drama.
- The ability to inspire and challenge students of all abilities.
- A commitment to high academic standards and student achievement.
- A collaborative approach and a desire to continually improve your practice.
You will be joining RSFC at a very exciting time in its development and there are always opportunities for career progression for hardworking and resilient colleagues.
Contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council. This is a temporary contract to cover for maternity leave.
Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.
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