Drama Teacher

Vision for Education - Preston; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency is seeking a passionate Teacher of Drama to join a vibrant secondary school in Preston, Lancashire. This maternity cover role, starting January 2026 and running until December 2026, offers a unique opportunity to inspire students through engaging Drama lessons. Ideal candidates will possess strong subject knowledge and excellent classroom management skills. The school is known for its supportive environment and commitment to academic success.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Dedicated consultant access

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Drama in a secondary school.
• Ability to deliver engaging and imaginative lessons.
• Capacity to inspire confidence, teamwork, and self-expression in students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Drama lessons.
• Nurture young talent in the performing arts.
• Encourage creativity both on stage and behind the scenes.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent classroom management

Passion for the performing arts

Job description

Teacher of Drama - Preston, Lancashire

Are you a creative and inspiring Teacher of Drama looking for your next exciting role? Vision for Education are seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Drama to join a vibrant and supportive secondary school in Preston, Lancashire, starting January 2026. This maternity cover is due to run until December 2026, offering a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact through the performing arts.

The Role

As a Teacher of Drama in Preston, you will deliver engaging and imaginative lessons that inspire confidence, teamwork, and self‑expression. You'll bring scripts to life, nurture young talent, and encourage students to explore their creativity both on stage and behind the scenes. The ideal Teacher of Drama will have strong subject knowledge, excellent classroom management, and a passion for helping every learner perform to the best of their ability.

The School

This welcoming secondary school in Preston, Lancashire has a strong reputation for academic success and pastoral care. In their most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was praised for its high standards, supportive leadership, and inclusive ethos. As a Teacher of Drama, you'll join a forward‑thinking performing arts department that values innovation, collaboration, and creativity.

What We Offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us

We are a market‑leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high‑quality educators. We are part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good, and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply

If you are a Teacher of Drama who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners in Preston, Lancashire, and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call the Preston office on (phone number removed).

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