Teacher of Drama (Job Start Date: Aug 2025)(ID: 3114)

Post-holder Qualifications, Experience

Please make sure that the following requirements are met before your application.

At least two years post qualification experience

Bachelor or above degree is required. 

PGCE or QTS, Teaching License from non-UK countries are required.

About Role

We are seeking an experienced Teacher of Drama to join a strong team of innovative Drama teachers. We offer an enhanced Key Stage 3 curriculum, IGCSE Drama in Key Stage 4 and Theatre at IB diploma level. Creative subjects are highly valued at Dulwich College Beijing with outstanding facilities. You will be a highly effective and dynamic teacher and team-player, able to inspire our incredible students with a genuine commitment to their academic and personal development. The extra-curricular drama programme is exceptional with a strong focus on both teacher-led and student-led productions. Professional development opportunities at the college and beyond include collaboration with the Royal Shakespeare company and through Dulwich College International. 

Our School

DCB has forged an excellent global reputation for being a warm and welcoming community, and a rewarding place to work. DCB students possess a thirst for learning and are highly motivated every day. We wish to attract inspirational, talented teachers who love teaching and want to make a difference with our students. Dulwich College Beijing is an exciting place to teach and learn. The College is dynamic, collaborative and has the highest goals and expectations for its staff and students. 

Our Teaching Profile (International School)

TEACH WORLDWISE

At Dulwich College International, students come first. And because teachers play an extraordinary role in nurturing our students to become confident, curious and knowledgeable global citizens, we look to recruit the very best practitioners in international education who are passionate about unlocking the potential of our students. 

Our teachers nurture and inspire their students today to make a positive difference in the world – living fully, living responsibly, and living sustainably. We empower our Teachers to Live Worldwise.

Our Vision For Teachers

Worldwise Teachers:

•   Put students first in all they do

•   Display a positive attitude, adaptability and open-mindedness 

•   Show professional initiative and perseverance

•   Are truly collaborative and display highly developed communication skills

•   Are committed to internationalism and equity

•   Are committed to sustainability and global citizenship

Worldwise teachers believe in:

•   The right of every student to be safe, supported and nurtured

•   Evidence-based and innovative pedagogy

•   Personalised and differentiated student learning

•   Setting high expectations for every student

•   Empowering students to reach their own goals

•   High levels of student motivation and engagement

A Worldwise Teacher’s Learning Principles:

Learning is effective when it: 

•   is relational

•   has a clear purpose

•   is adapted and applied

•   is personalised

How to Apply

DCBJ is a well-resourced school with highly motivated and academically successful students.

Successful applicants will be enthusiastic about the ethos and values of Dulwich International.

An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to the chosen candidate.

To apply for this position you will need to include: an application letter your CV details of three referees from your current and previous employer

Applications should be submitted through our on-line application system at: https://www.dulwich.org/careers/find-your-career

For further information please see our website at https://beijing.dulwich.org

Interviews will take place as soon as applications are received, therefore early application is encouraged.

Safeguarding Statement

Education in Motion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all applicants to share the same. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. DCB Safeguarding Policy (https://beijing.dulwich.org/our-college/safeguarding)

Equity Diversity Inclusion Statement

Education in Motion is committed to diversity within our team, organisational practices, policies and culture. We recognise that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and it encourages and leverages these differences to make our work more relevant and approachable. Education in Motion will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background.

Education in Motion strives to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect everyone who works within to share this commitment and to act accordingly, as we aspire to best serve the Education in Motion mission and the community.

Competencies

Teacher Competency Framework

TEACHING & LEARNING: Content Knowledge

ENGAGING SPACES: Supportive Environment

ENGAGING SPACES: Maximising Learning

TEACHING &LEARNING: Activating Thinking