We’re Hiring!
Performing Arts Teacher
Assistant / Cover Teacher
We are hiring as soon as possible
You may be invited to a 30min interview
We will invite a couple of applicants to take part in paid trial shifts
Scroll down to find out more. We can’t wait to meet you!
performing arts teacher
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will be teaching children singing/acting/dance in small classes (max of 18 students for children ages 7+. Smaller classes for all other age groups). Please let us know your teaching preferences.
Qualifications/Experience: We’re ideally looking for someone with extensive teaching experience, a qualification from a top Conservatoire/College and pro credits. Above all else we look for people who are kind, supportive and patient.
When
Saturdays 10am - 1pm (additional hours may become available).
Where
Thames Christian School Studios, Clapham Junction, School SW11 2FR. State of the art studios and theatre. Opposite the station. Please use the Grant Road exit.
Pay
£20-£30ph depending on teaching and performing experience. Undergrads welcome to apply!
How to apply
Please send us your CV including any teaching, training and performing experience. You will also need to tell us why you would like to work at WestWay in no more than 2 paragraphs.
If successful we will invite you to an online 30minute interview where we can get to know a little more about you and your experience, and you can ask us any questions to make sure we’re the right school for you. We will then offer candidates a trial shift in our studios. The trial shifts are paid.
Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you!
ASSISTANT / COVER TEACHER
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will be supporting our team and any child that needs additional TLC as an assistant. If a team member is off then you will be asked to cover their classes as a teacher!
Qualifications/Experience: This is an entry-level job and perfect for a student at a top conservatoire/college or someone who would like more teaching experience! Extensive teaching experience is not necessary, but please highlight any experience you do have with young people in your application. We are looking for someone who is kind, passionate, patient.
You will be supported by our Principal Emma (BA Hons and MA in Theatre for Community and Education) and our Founder, Cate. Additional training and experience can be provided on the job depending on what you need!
When
Saturdays asap 10am - 1pm (additional hours may become available).
Where
You will be based at either:
The Exchange Theatre & Studios, Twickenham, TW1 1BE - Our state of the art studios and theatre. Opposite Twickenham station (20mins from Waterloo. 3mins from Richmond which has access to District Line and Overground). There is parking
Thames Christian School Studios, Clapham Junction, School SW11 2FR. State of the art studios and theatre. Opposite the station. Please use the Grant Road exit.
Pay
Assistant: £13ph.
Teacher: +£20ph as a student in training or £25-£30ph as a post graduate depending on teaching and performing experience.
How to apply
Please send us your CV including any teaching, training and performing experience. You will also need to tell us why you would like to work at WestWay in no more than 2 paragraphs.
If successful we will invite you to an online 30minute interview where we can get to know a little more about you and your experience, and you can ask us any questions to make sure we’re the right school for you. We will then offer candidates a trial shift in our studios. The trial shifts are paid.
Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you!
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
We are an award-winning drama school, and it's all thanks to the incredible staff and students! Our success is rooted in our high expectations, quality teaching, and of course, our outstanding team.
The Current team: We feel incredibly fortunate to have the best teaching squad in the industry! They boast incredible professional credits, are teachers at top drama schools, and come from the best conservatoires. They also have years of experience and Master’s Degrees in education. So we’re on the lookout for someone truly special to join our WestWay family, who's dedicated to our students and shares our passion for the performing arts. Enthusiasm, energy, and patience are key qualities we cherish, and a positive attitude goes a long way in our warm and caring environment.
Building a kind and supportive community is at the heart of what we do, and we take immense pride in the culture we've fostered across all levels of the company. We are a small and close-knit team and having a supportive and friendly work culture is a priority for us. We regularly welcome professional performers and conservatoire students into our team and are flexible with auditions and performance contracts. With this approach, we’ve been lucky to have professionals regularly return to teach at WestWay during breaks from their successful careers on stage and screen.
In this spirit of cooperation, we encourage open communication about auditions and training priorities, so we can plan and support each other accordingly. By doing so, we minimize disruptions, support our team in their wider careers, and ensure our students receive the consistent, top-notch education they deserve.
All team members must have an Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one before they begin their employment at WestWay. We may also ask you to take on additional training in Safeguarding or Chaperoning. We can discuss at interview