Teacher of Music & Drama

Teacher of Music and Drama
Required September 2026
£32,916 – £51,048 MPS/UPR according to experience
£1,000 “Golden Hello”

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Teacher of Music and Drama to join our experienced team. You must have experience of teaching Music to at least Key Stage 3. There may be the opportunity to teach Music and/or Drama at Key Stages 4 and 5 dependant on experience.

As a teacher at BHFCS, you must be an excellent classroom practitioner dedicated to seeing every pupil achieve their maximum potential.  If you are looking for a school that will help you to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

This role is split 50% Music and 50% Drama and will involve:

• Delivering engaging, high‑quality Music and Drama lessons.
• Inspiring creativity, confidence and a love of the arts in all students.
• Contributing to school productions, concerts, enrichment clubs and wider school events.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop an ambitious curriculum and exciting performance calendar.
• Supporting the development of instrumental/vocal work and ensemble opportunities.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a committed and passionate teacher of both Music and Drama.
• Has strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver practical, imaginative lessons.
• Is a team player who will work collaboratively, contributing to an inclusive, student-centred department.
• Is willing to be actively involved in the wider life of the school.

We Offer:

• Joining a highly successful team that has an exceptional track record for training teachers.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and a bespoke programme of support & training.
• Small A level classes ensuring high quality of teaching and progress at Key Stage 5
• A unique ethos due to our Catholic identity with students at the heart of all that we do.
• A £1,000 Golden Hello to welcome you to our team.

We offer an exciting, highly engaging, diverse, creative and innovative curriculum enriched with events and trips.

Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a successful and oversubscribed school.

We are committed to character education, helping students flourish not only through academic excellence but by offering them the opportunities to grow and develop.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wishes to develop in a dynamic environment where strong professional relationships exist.

It’s an exciting time to join our friendly, supportive and dedicated staff.

Applications are welcome from ECTs, from more experienced colleagues who are looking for a change or someone considering returning to teaching where you will be fully supported

An application form can be downloaded from our website – Vacancies – Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School. 

Further information can also be obtained from Juliet Lyons, Operations Assistant – recruitment@hughfaringdon.org

Closing date –  12 April 2026

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.