Performing Arts Teacher

Step Teachers; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a Performing Arts Teacher to join a vibrant creative arts department on a permanent basis starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will nurture students’ talent in drama, music, and dance. Responsibilities include planning lessons, preparing assessments, and directing school productions. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching at secondary level. Access to exclusive perks and a supportive team environment is offered.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Comprehensive wellness services

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching Performing Arts at secondary level (Key Stage 3–5 preferred).
• Current Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons across the Performing Arts curriculum.
• Prepare students for practical and written assessments.
• Organise and direct school productions and concerts.
• Foster creativity, confidence, and teamwork in students.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and maintain a positive classroom environment.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in Performing Arts

Excellent communication skills

Classroom management

Passion for the performing arts

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an energetic and inspirational Performing Arts Teacher to join a vibrant creative arts department on a permanent basis starting January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to nurture students’ talent and passion for drama, music, dance, and the wider performing arts.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons across the Performing Arts curriculum (Drama, Music, Dance or a combination, depending on specialism).

• Prepare students for practical and written assessments, productions, and examinations.

• Organise and direct school productions, concerts, and extra-curricular clubs.

• Foster creativity, confidence, and teamwork, encouraging all students to participate and excel.

• Contribute to department planning, resources, and whole-school initiatives.

• Uphold safeguarding policies and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Strong subject knowledge and proven experience teaching Performing Arts at secondary level (Key Stage 3–5 preferred).

• Excellent communication, organisational and classroom management skills as a Performing Arts Teacher.

• Passion for the performing arts and the ability to inspire students of all abilities.

• Current Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

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, Devon and Greater Manchester. 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 Confederation) 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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