Salary Information

MPS / UPS

Job Description

“A mature and harmonious learning environment.” Ofsted

"Students are really lucky here - they have a level of support I have not seen before. They are actively encouraged to take part in activities and become part of the school community. I love that Music, Art and Drama are taken so seriously and that they make up the heart of the school - not just sport. All talents are considered equally. There is not a popularity contest between them." Staff Questionnaire, May 2025

TEACHER OF DRAMA

Required for January 2026

Salary includes London Fringe allowance

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 6^th October 2025

The Drama department at Freman College is housed in a specialist music and drama block, The West End, and has a fully equipped drama studio. This post is to cover a maternity leave and is initially for two terms – although there is scope to extend this for the right candidate.

Currently, Drama is a single person department and shares an office with the music department. There is the possibility of a TLR for an exceptional candidate.

There are currently two GCSE groups – one in year 10 and one in year 11 and one A level group in year 13.

Freman College is an oversubscribed upper school with around 1,050 students in years 9 – 13, including around 280 students in the Sixth Form.

Buntingford is a hidden gem in the Hertfordshire countryside – just a quick drive from Stevenage, Baldock, Royston, Cambridge, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertford and Ware – and is situated on the A10 midway between Cambridge and London.

If you would like to discuss the post or arrange a visit, please telephone to speak with the Head, Lisa Jones, on 01763 271818.

Read our fantastic Ofsted report to find out more about us.

To apply please complete the teaching application form and accompany it with a covering letter detailing how your experience, skills and qualities equip you for the post. Applications can be posted to the college or emailed to admin@freman.org.uk.

We reserve the right to close the post early for an exceptional candidate.

Freman College is an equal opportunities employer. The college has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake child protection screening including online searches, checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

How to apply

To apply please complete the teaching application form and accompany it with a covering letter detailing how your experience, skills and qualities equip you for the post. Applications can be posted to the college or emailed to admin@freman.org.uk.

Closing date

Oct 6, 2025