Drama Teacher

Clarence Recruitment; Rugby; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Professional development

Well-resourced department

Contribute to productions

Competitive salary

Recruiter support

Job summary

Clarence Recruitment Limited is partnering with a well-established secondary school in Rugby to recruit a dedicated Drama Teacher for KS3/4, with potential KS5. You will deliver engaging drama lessons, foster creativity and confidence, and contribute to extra-curricular productions.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent and have experience teaching drama at secondary level. A supportive Performing Arts environment and ongoing professional development await.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Have experience teaching Drama at secondary level
• Be passionate about the performing arts and creative education
• Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Have the ability to inspire and engage students of all abilities
• Be confident directing performances, productions, and extracurricular activities
• Show commitment to raising attainment and student progress
• Be an effective communicator and collaborative team member

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential KS5
• Inspire students through performance, creativity and theatrical studies while encouraging confidence and self-expression
• Direct performances, productions and extracurricular activities to enhance Performing Arts

Skills

QTS

Drama teaching

Passion for drama

Behaviour management

Student engagement

Directing performances

Raising attainment

Communication & collaboration

Job description

Drama Teacher

Location: Rugby, Warwickshire

Salary: £179 - £255 a day

Contract: Ongoing

Start Date: ASAP

Clarence Recruitment is working with a well-established secondary school in Rugby Warwickshire to recruit an enthusiastic and creative Drama Teacher.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant Performing Arts department, delivering engaging Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to teach Key Stage 5. The successful candidate will inspire students through performance, creativity, and theatrical studies while encouraging confidence, collaboration, and self-expression.

The school offers a supportive environment, excellent facilities, and a strong commitment to both student achievement and staff development.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Have experience teaching Drama at secondary level
• Be passionate about the performing arts and creative education
• Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Have the ability to inspire and engage students of all abilities
• Be confident directing performances, productions, and extracurricular activities
• Show commitment to raising attainment and student progress
• Be an effective communicator and collaborative team member

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A well-resourced Performing Arts department
• Opportunities to contribute to school productions and events
• Competitive salary in line with MPS/UPS
• Ongoing support from Clarence Recruitment throughout the recruitment process

Whether you are an experienced Drama Teacher or an ambitious ECT looking to begin your teaching career in a supportive school, we would love to hear from you.

Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.