Teacher of Drama (Maternity Cover)

Spen Valley High School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings: 1. We pride ourselves on being a trauma informed school, using a relational approach to behaviour management. Tell us why would you like to work specifically at Spen Valley High School and what experience/skills make you the best person for the role? 2. What knowledge and expertise do you have that makes you the right person for this role? 3. Have you ever been involved in an investigation relating to a safeguarding investigation? 4. Have you ever been involved in a disciplinary investigation? 5. Have you ever been subject to capability or an informal improvement plan?

At Spen Valley, we pride ourselves on ethical leadership, integrity, and a culture that balances professional challenge with genuine care and support. We expect colleagues to work hard for our students, while recognising the importance of wellbeing, reflection, and support. Our trauma-informed, relational approach extends to both students and staff. We offer high-quality CPD, including a bespoke professional development package tailored to individual needs. As part of the Red Kite Teaching Alliance, staff benefit from excellent training, collaboration, and shared expertise across some of Yorkshire's most successful schools. We encourage colleagues to contribute to the wider life of the school and to bring forward fresh ideas that engage and inspire our community. Staff Benefits

• The opportunity to work with colleagues across the Red Kite Teaching School Hub
• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Employee assistance through Kirklees Employee Healthcare
• Staff supervision (counselling and support services)
• Varied range of wellbeing activities
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Kirklees Vivup lifestyle benefits package
We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace that recognises the diverse health and wellbeing needs of our staff. This includes being a menopause- and endometriosis-friendly employer and signposting colleagues to wellbeing resources, such as men's mental health charities, to help everyone thrive.