Performing Arts Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a passionate Performing Arts Teacher for a full-time, temporary role. This position involves delivering engaging lessons to secondary school pupils while supporting school productions. The ideal candidate will possess Qualified Teacher Status and strong subject knowledge. This role offers competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Access to CPD, training, and safeguarding support

Friendly and experienced consultant

Opportunities in supportive school environments

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is essential.
• Must have strong subject knowledge in Performing Arts or Drama.
• Experience in managing classroom behavior and dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Performing Arts lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach elements of drama, theatre, and performance skills.
• Support school productions and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in Performing Arts or Drama

Creative and enthusiastic approach

Confident classroom management skills

Ability to encourage creativity and collaboration

Recent experience in UK secondary schools

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Performing Arts Teacher – Full-Time (Temporary)
Pay: £140–£220 per day (dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working with one of our partner secondary schools to recruit a creative and inspiring Performing Arts Teacher for a full-time, temporary role. This is a fantastic opportunity for an educator who is passionate about drama, performance, and creative expression, and who enjoys helping students build confidence both on and off the stage

The Role:

• Deliver engaging Performing Arts lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 advantageous)
• Teach elements of drama, theatre, and performance skills
• Encourage creativity, confidence, and collaboration
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well‑managed learning environment
• Support school productions, performances, and extracurricular activities where required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge in Performing Arts or Drama
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills
• Creative, enthusiastic, and student‑focused
• Recent experience teaching Performing Arts in UK secondary schools

✨ Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates (£140–£220)
• Full-time, temporary placement with consistency and support
• A friendly, experienced consultant who understands your needs
• Opportunities to work in supportive and creative school environments
• Access to CPD, training, and safeguarding support

If you’re a passionate Performing Arts Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity where your creativity can truly shine, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today with your CV and take the next step with Teaching Personnel – the UK’s leading education recruitment agency.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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