Drama/Performing Arts Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Full-Time Drama/Performing Arts Teacher – Southampton, Hampshire

Are you a passionate Drama/Performing Arts teacher looking for your next exciting opportunity? GSL Education are thrilled to offer a full-time Drama/Performing Arts Teacher position at a vibrant and supportive secondary school in Southampton. The role is set to start in September 2025 and offers an annual salary between £30,000 and £50,000, depending on experience.

This role offers a smooth transition with school tours available before the interview, allowing you to familiarise yourself with your future teaching environment. The school is open to both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced educators, providing a welcoming space for all.

Responsibilities of the Drama/Performing Arts Teacher:

• Deliver high-quality and engaging Drama and Performing Arts lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Foster creativity, collaboration, and confidence in students through performance and expression.
• Plan and assess lessons in line with the national curriculum and individual student needs.
• Lead or support extracurricular productions, workshops, and school performances.
• Encourage a respectful, inclusive, and inspiring classroom environment.

Requirements of the Drama/Performing Arts Teacher:

• A qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent).
• Specialism or experience in Drama, Theatre Studies, or Performing Arts.
• Strong subject knowledge and a flair for engaging lesson delivery.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• A genuine passion for the arts and a desire to nurture young talent.
• Open to both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and seasoned educators.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate Drama/Performing Arts Teacher ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Southampton.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Drama/Performing Arts Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

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