Drama Teacher

Smile Education; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term opportunity starting January

Job summary

Smile Education is partnering with a forward-thinking secondary school in Birmingham to recruit a passionate Drama Teacher/Drama Specialist for a long-term position starting January 2027. The role involves planning and delivering engaging Drama lessons across secondary age groups, helping students develop confidence and performance skills.

Candidates may be qualified Drama Teachers with QTS or experienced practitioners with strong Drama background. You don't necessarily need QTS to apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified Drama Teachers (QTS or equivalent) with experience teaching Drama at secondary level.
• Unqualified Drama Teachers / Practitioners with a strong background in Drama, Theatre or Performing Arts.
• Actors, performers, theatre practitioners or graduates with relevant Drama experience who are interested in working in education.
• Candidates with experience leading workshops, delivering performances or working with young people.
• Confident communicators who can engage, motivate and inspire secondary-aged students.
• Individuals with strong classroom presence and the ability to manage behaviour positively.
• You don't necessarily need QTS to apply!

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging Drama lessons across secondary age groups.
• Teaching students practical Drama skills, performance techniques and theatrical expression.
• Encouraging students to develop confidence, creativity and teamwork.
• Creating an inclusive and positive learning environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves.
• Supporting students of different abilities and experience levels.
• Maintaining positive classroom behaviour and encouraging active participation.
• Contributing to the wider creative and performing arts provision within the school.

Skills

Drama teaching

Classroom management

Engaging learners

Communication

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Drama Teacher / Drama Specialist – Secondary School

Location: West Bromwich

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Long-term opportunity

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Do you have a passion for Drama and the ability to bring creativity, confidence and expression into the classroom?

Smile Education is working in partnership with a forward-thinking secondary school in Birmingham to recruit a passionate and enthusiastic Drama Teacher / Drama Specialist for a long-term position starting in January.

This is a fantastic opportunity for either a qualified Drama Teacher or someone with strong practical experience in Drama who is looking to bring their skills into an educational setting.

We are keen to hear from candidates who can inspire young people, encourage creativity and deliver engaging Drama sessions that allow students to develop their confidence, communication and performance skills.

The Role:

• Planning and delivering engaging Drama lessons across secondary age groups.
• Teaching students practical Drama skills, performance techniques and theatrical expression.
• Encouraging students to develop confidence, creativity and teamwork.
• Creating an inclusive and positive learning environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves.
• Supporting students of different abilities and experience levels.
• Maintaining positive classroom behaviour and encouraging active participation.
• Contributing to the wider creative and performing arts provision within the school.

Who we're looking for:

• Qualified Drama Teachers (QTS or equivalent) with experience teaching Drama at secondary level.
• Unqualified Drama Teachers / Practitioners with a strong background in Drama, Theatre or Performing Arts.
• Actors, performers, theatre practitioners or graduates with relevant Drama experience who are interested in working in education.
• Candidates with experience leading workshops, delivering performances or working with young people.
• Confident communicators who can engage, motivate and inspire secondary-aged students.
• Individuals with strong classroom presence and the ability to manage behaviour positively.

You don't necessarily need QTS to apply!

Why Apply Through Smile Education?

• Long-term opportunity starting January 2027.
• Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a secondary school.
• Potential for the role to develop into a longer-term opportunity.

Interested? Whether you're an experienced Drama Teacher, a theatre practitioner looking to move into education or someone with a passion for performing arts and experience working with young people, we'd love to hear from you!

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.