Performing Arts Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Bidvane; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff development days

Wellbeing support

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

The Victory Academy is seeking a teacher to cover maternity leave in performing arts for Years 7–13. The role focuses on delivering a broad curriculum, including GCSE, and inspiring students to realise their potential in the arts.

Strong classroom practice and up-to-date curriculum knowledge are essential, with eligibility checks including Enhanced DBS and right to work in the UK. The position is based on site as part of TSAT’s network.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Teach performing arts to students in Years 7–13.
• Deliver an engaging curriculum, including GCSE.
• Inspire students and foster a love of the arts.
• Unlock students' potential.

Skills

Classroom practice

GCSE delivery

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Qualified teacher or ECT

Job description

Fixed-term maternity cover post teaching performing arts across Years 7–13 at The Victory Academy, part of TSAT, starting January 2027. The work centres on delivering a broad, engaging curriculum, including GCSE, and inspiring students to develop their potential in the arts. The academy holds Artsmark Platinum, so creativity sits at the core of school life. Visa sponsorship is not available, and early career teachers as well as qualified teachers are welcome to apply.

What the job involves

• Teach performing arts to students in Years 7–13
• Deliver an engaging curriculum, including GCSE
• Inspire students and foster a love of the arts
• Unlock students' potential

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher or early career teacher (ECT)

Skills & knowledge

• Strong, inspiring classroom practice
• Passion for unlocking students' potential
• Delivering a curriculum that includes GCSE
• Up-to-date knowledge of curriculum developments

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

What’s offered

• Staff development days, conferences and apprenticeships, with progression routes across regions
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers
• Referral scheme, Long Service Awards and TSTARS recognition
• TSAT Benefits Portal with supermarket cashback, dental insurance, Cycle to Work and discounted gym membership
• Blue Light Card discounts