Drama Teacher

Supply Desk; Old Holbrook; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk in West Sussex is seeking a dedicated GCSE Drama Teacher to join the Performing Arts department, teaching across KS3 and GCSE and guiding students through practical performances, coursework and GCSE assessments.

The role is full-time, long-term with potential permanent outcomes. You will plan engaging lessons, support productions and participate in enrichment activities, with pay from £130 to £241.71 per day depending on experience and qualifications under a PAYE arrangement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent requirement.
• Experience teaching Drama at secondary level.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Drama across KS3 and GCSE.
• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons.
• Prepare students for GCSE practical and written components.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Passion for drama

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

GCSE Drama Teacher | Full-Time | Long-Term to Permanent

Location: West Sussex

Start Date: September / ASAP

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (Potential Permanent Opportunity)

Pay: £130 - £241.71 per day (Dependent on experience and qualifications)

Every Student Deserves Their Moment in the Spotlight

A thriving secondary school is seeking an enthusiastic GCSE Drama Teacher to join their Performing Arts department on a full-time basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students through creativity, performance, and self-expression while helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed both on stage and in the classroom.

The successful candidate will teach Drama across KS3 and KS4, supporting students through practical performances, coursework, and written GCSE assessments.

What You'll Be Doing

• Teaching Drama across KS3 and GCSE
• Planning and delivering engaging, creative lessons
• Preparing students for GCSE practical and written components
• Encouraging confidence, collaboration, and creativity
• Supporting productions, performances, and enrichment activities
• Working within a supportive Performing Arts department

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Drama at secondary level
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Passion for theatre and performing arts
• Ability to inspire students of all abilities

• Full-time timetable
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Access to CPD and training opportunities

Safeguarding

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children's barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates. To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers' rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles