Drama Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Drama Teacher for a welcoming secondary school in Ellesmere Port. This temporary full-time role offers a chance to inspire students through performance and creativity. Responsibilities include teaching Drama to Key Stage 3 and 4, planning lessons, encouraging student participation, and supporting their varying abilities. The position requires proof of Right to Work, a CV covering 10 years of education or employment, and a DBS certificate. Join a great performing arts department from January till July 2026.

Benefits

Access to CPD courses

Highest rate of pay

Flexible working options

Focus on employee wellbeing

Qualifications

• Passionate about drama and education.
• Ability to teach Key Stage 3 & 4.
• Must have proof of Right to Work and an enhanced DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Teach Drama to Key Stage 3 & 4 students.
• Plan and deliver engaging, practical lessons.
• Encourage creativity and self-expression in students.
• Support students' varying abilities and encourage participation.
• Contribute to school productions and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Teaching Drama

Creative lesson planning

Student engagement

Classroom management

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a Drama Teacher for a secondary school in Ellesmere Port for a temporary 6‑month full‑time contract.

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a passionate Drama Teacher to work in a welcoming secondary school in Ellesmere Port. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who is committed to inspiring students through performance, creativity, and confidence‑building.

The school has a great performing arts department and, due to a planned long‑term absence, is looking for someone who can commit to full‑time work from 8:30am to 3:30pm and attend occasional school meetings.

The role covers coverage from January through July 2026 and is open to applications from all levels of experience teachers from M1 to S4.

The Role

• Teaching Drama across Key Stage 3 & 4
• Planning and delivering engaging, practical lessons
• Encouraging student participation, creativity, and self‑expression
• Assessing progress and supporting students of varying abilities
• Contributing to school productions and extracurricular activities where appropriate
• Maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment

To be considered for this role

• Proof of Right to Work (e.g., passport or birth certificate)
• A CV covering 10 years of education or employment
• A fully enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to process one with us (cost refunded)

The benefits of registering with Tradewind

• Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice.
• Your development matters: we offer free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the National College.
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long‑term contracts and permanent positions available locally.
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running.
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.

If you are interested in this Drama Teacher role in Ellesmere Port, click ‘Apply Now’ or get in touch to discuss at or call (phone number removed).