Inspiring Drama Teacher for Secondary School

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

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.