Drama Teacher

Step Teachers; Tetford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PAYE weekly pay

Retail discounts

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Well-being support

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a Drama Teacher for a well-regarded 11–19 secondary school with a sixth form in Norfolk. The position is temporary, ongoing and part-time, starting January 2027.

The duties include planning and delivering drama lessons, inspiring confidence and creativity, preparing students for assessments, monitoring progress, and supporting extracurricular productions. The ideal candidate will have QTS or equivalent and strong classroom management.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Drama at secondary level.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering creative Drama lessons.
• Inspiring students to develop confidence, creativity, and performance skills.
• Preparing students for practical and written assessments.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitoring and assessing student progress.
• Supporting extracurricular productions and enrichment activities.

Skills

Drama teaching

Classroom management

Student development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Drama Teacher – Secondary School, Temporary and ongoing, part-time, starting January2027

Here is a large and successful 11–19 secondary school with sixth form, part of the Inspiration Trust. The school was judged Good by Ofsted, with inspectors praising the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The school is known for its supportive culture, strong pastoral care, and commitment to providing students with a broad and engaging curriculum.

Serving a diverse student community, the school offers excellent facilities and a collaborative working environment where staff are encouraged to develop and succeed.

Duties as Drama Teacher:

• Planning and delivering creative and engaging Drama lessons
• Inspiring students to develop confidence, creativity, and performance skills
• Preparing students for practical and written assessments
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Monitoring and assessing student progress
• Supporting extracurricular productions, performances, and enrichment activities

Ideal Drama Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Drama at secondary level
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Passion for the performing arts and student development
• Ability to inspire and engage learners of all abilities
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary – depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self-employed setups
• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
• Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal