Performing Arts Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. Daventry-based secondary school is seeking a Music & Drama Teacher to start ASAP. This full-time long-term post offers potential to become permanent and pays MPS/UPS depending on experience.

You will deliver engaging lessons across KS3/KS4, covering performance, composition, musical theory, drama, acting, devising, and analysis. You will also support extracurriculars and develop student confidence and creativity.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS, QTLS, or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Have strong subject knowledge across Music, Drama, or Performing Arts
• Are confident delivering both practical and theoretical lessons
• Can inspire students through engaging, creative, and performance-based teaching
• Have strong classroom management skills and maintain high expectations
• Are enthusiastic about contributing to extracurricular activities and school productions
• Have a genuine passion for the performing arts and helping young people develop their confidence
• Work well as part of a collaborative and supportive department
• Are committed to supporting students of all abilities and backgrounds
• Are looking for a long-term position with the potential to secure a permanent role

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-planned Music and Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Teach a varied curriculum covering performance, composition, musical theory, drama, acting, devising, and analysis
• Inspire students to explore different musical styles, genres, theatrical techniques, and performance traditions
• Develop students’ confidence, creativity, communication, and performance skills
• Prepare students effectively for GCSE Music and/or Drama
• Encourage participation in choirs, bands, ensembles, productions, concerts, and extracurricular clubs
• Use practical, creative, and collaborative teaching approaches to engage students of all abilities
• Contribute to school productions, performances, concerts, and wider arts events
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident expressing themselves
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to further develop the school’s performing arts provision
• Build positive relationships with students and support them to achieve their full potential

Skills

QTS / QTLS

Music & Drama knowledge

Classroom management

Creative teaching

Collaborative teamwork

Education

QTS / QTLS or equivalent

Job description

Music & Drama Teacher - Daventry

Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time Long-Term with Potential to Become Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS - Dependent on Experience

Are you a passionate Music & Drama Teacher who loves inspiring young people through creativity, performance, and the performing arts?

Are you looking for your next opportunity in Daventry within a supportive school that values creativity, performance, and the development of confident, expressive students?

We are currently working with a welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in Daventry, who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Music & Drama Teacher to start ASAP.

This is a fantastic long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The school is looking for a dedicated teacher who can become an integral part of the department and make a lasting contribution to students’ creative, academic, and personal development.

The Role

As a Music & Drama Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and well-planned Music and Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Teach a varied curriculum covering performance, composition, musical theory, drama, acting, devising, and analysis

• Inspire students to explore different musical styles, genres, theatrical techniques, and performance traditions

• Develop students’ confidence, creativity, communication, and performance skills

• Prepare students effectively for GCSE Music and/or Drama, where applicable

• Encourage participation in choirs, bands, ensembles, productions, concerts, and extracurricular clubs

• Use practical, creative, and collaborative teaching approaches to engage students of all abilities

• Contribute to school productions, performances, concerts, and wider arts events

• Create an inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident expressing themselves

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to further develop the school’s performing arts provision

• Build positive relationships with students and support them to achieve their full potential

Who We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from Music & Drama Teachers who:

• Hold QTS, QTLS, or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• Have strong subject knowledge across Music, Drama, or Performing Arts

• Are confident delivering both practical and theoretical lessons

• Can inspire students through engaging, creative, and performance-based teaching

• Have strong classroom management skills and maintain high expectations

• Are enthusiastic about contributing to extracurricular activities and school productions

• Have a genuine passion for the performing arts and helping young people develop their confidence

• Work well as part of a collaborative and supportive department

• Are committed to supporting students of all abilities and backgrounds

• Are looking for a long-term position with the potential to secure a permanent role

ECTs are encouraged to apply, with supportive schools offering mentoring and professional development.

What You Can Expect

• Immediate start available

• Long-term position with potential to become permanent

• Full-time teaching opportunity

• Competitive salary in line with MPS/UPS, dependent on experience

• The opportunity to become a valued and established member of the school community

• Access to specialist music, drama, and performing arts facilities

• Opportunities to contribute to school productions, concerts, ensembles, and extracurricular clubs

• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities

• A collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged

• Support from a dedicated education consultant throughout the recruitment process

A Fantastic Long-Term Opportunity

This is more than simply a short-term teaching position. The school is looking for someone who can build strong relationships, become part of the wider school community, and potentially secure a permanent position following a successful period on a long-term basis.

If you’re an enthusiastic Music & Drama Teacher looking for a new challenge in Daventry, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a school where your creativity, expertise, and passion for the performing arts can make a genuine difference.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher looking for your next long-term role or an ECT looking to establish your career, we’d love to hear from you.