Drama Teacher

Vision for Education Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is seeking a Drama Teacher to work in a secondary school from the new academic year. This long-term role offers the potential for full-time work and ongoing support within a collaborative performing arts department.

The position is suitable for an experienced Drama Teacher, a newly qualified Drama Teacher, or an ECT aiming to secure a long-term teaching role in a supportive secondary school.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Drama at KS3 and/or KS4.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A passion for Drama education and student development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Drama across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and deliver engaging and practical Drama lessons.
• Support students of all abilities in Drama.
• Encourage creativity, confidence, and performance skills.
• Maintain positive classroom behaviour and routines.
• Work collaboratively within the performing arts department.

Skills

Drama teaching

KS3/KS4

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Drama Teacher - KS3 & KS4 | Secondary School

Location: South Tyneside

Contract Type: Long-term / Supply (potential for full-time)

Pay Rate: Competitive daily rates (PAYE)

Job Description

Vision for Education is seeking a passionate and committed Drama Teacher to work in a secondary school from the new academic year. This is an excellent opportunity for a Drama Teacher looking for a long-term secondary teaching role with strong support, consistency, and the potential for full-time work.

This role is suitable for an experienced Drama Teacher, a newly qualified Drama Teacher, or an ECT looking to secure a long-term Drama teaching job in a supportive secondary school.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Drama across KS3 and KS4
• Plan and deliver engaging and practical Drama lessons
• Support students of all abilities in Drama
• Encourage creativity, confidence, and performance skills
• Maintain positive classroom behaviour and routines
• Work collaboratively within the performing arts department

The School

This secondary school offers a supportive and inclusive learning environment with a strong focus on creativity and student engagement. The school provides:

• A well-structured Drama curriculum at KS3 and KS4
• Supportive senior leadership and clear behaviour expectations
• A collaborative performing arts department
• Mixed-ability Drama classes with positive attitudes to learning
• Strong pastoral care and effective safeguarding procedures

Requirements

To be considered for this Drama Teacher role, candidates must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Drama at KS3 and/or KS4
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• A passion for Drama education and student development