Drama Teacher

Step Teachers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK seeks an inspiring Drama Teacher to deliver high-quality lessons that foster creativity and confidence in students. You will shape the drama department by planning engaging classes, supporting student performance skills, and directing school productions. The ideal candidate has QTS and a passion for drama. This role offers competitive pay and access to exclusive benefits including discounted shopping and wellness services.

Benefits

Discounted shopping offers

Gym memberships

Wellness services

Qualifications

• Experience directing productions and collaborating on school events is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3–5.
• Support students in practical and theoretical work for GCSE/A-Level.
• Organise and direct school performances and enrichment activities.

Skills

Passion for drama

Strong classroom management

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Specialism in Drama or Performing Arts

Job description

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We are seeking an inspiring and creative Drama Teacher to join a passionate team. You will deliver engaging and high-quality drama lessons that foster creativity, confidence and communication skills in students. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a thriving department and contribute to a vibrant cultural life within the school. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a Drama Teacher:

Plan and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3–5.

Develop pupils’ performance skills, creativity and appreciation of theatre.

Support students in practical and theoretical work, including preparation for GCSE/A-Level or equivalent qualifications.

Organise and direct school performances, showcases and enrichment activities.

Contribute to whole-school arts and cultural initiatives.

Assess, track and report on student progress.

Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.

Specialism in Drama or Performing Arts.

Passion for drama and the ability to inspire students of all abilities.

Strong classroom management and organisational skills as a Drama Teacher.

Experience of directing productions and working collaboratively on school events is desirable.

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment &; Employment Confedera t ion) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations .

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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