Secondary Drama Teacher

Academics Ltd; Chester; Sur place; GBP 20 000 - 31 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Online timesheet system

Local consultant support

Résumé du poste

Academics Ltd in Chester is seeking an inspiring Secondary Drama Teacher for a January start. You will plan and deliver engaging drama lessons across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 opportunities for specialists, and support extracurricular productions.

The role offers flexible long-term or supply opportunities, a supportive school network, and competitive pay. A UK QTS and relevant degree are required, with Enhanced DBS and ability to commute around Chester and Cheshire West.

Qualifications

• UK QTS with a degree in Drama, Performing Arts, Theatre Studies, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum for Drama across KS3/KS4, GCSE specs (AQA, Edexcel, OCR).
• Studio management, including drama spaces, lighting and sound equipment, and rehearsals.

Responsabilités

• Plan and deliver engaging Drama lessons across KS3/KS4 (KS5 opportunities for specialists).
• Deliver practical acting workshops, script work, and theatre production.
• Support extracurricular productions and drama clubs.

Connaissances

QTS

Drama

Classroom management

Formation

Degree in Drama or related

Description du poste

Secondary Drama Teacher Suitable to NQT New

Secondary Drama Teacher - Chester - January Start

Academics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking an inspiring, dynamic, and passionate Secondary Drama Teacher for January opportunities across supportive secondary schools in Chester.

Drama is a vibrant subject that empowers students through creative expression, confidence building, performance technique, and critical evaluation. Secondary schools across Chester seek dedicated drama specialists who can ignite imagination, master performance dynamics, and drive pupil achievement across KS3 and GCSE Drama. Whether you are seeking a long-term position or flexible supply to kickstart the new term, we want to hear from you if you are preparing for a January start in Chester.

Role Overview
January Start: Secure your role ahead of the new term in January with full departmental integration.

Deliver & Engage: Plan and deliver engaging Drama and Performing Arts lessons across KS3 and KS4 (with KS5 opportunities available for subject specialists).

Performance & Production: Facilitate practical acting workshops, script work, improvisation, and theatrical design while supporting extracurricular productions or drama clubs.

Classroom & Studio Control: Create a positive, highly collaborative studio environment where students feel confident to explore performance and express ideas.

Requirements
Qualifications: UK QTS with a degree in Drama, Performing Arts, Theatre Studies, or a related discipline.

Subject Knowledge: Strong command of the UK National Curriculum for Drama across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE exam board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR).

Studio Management: High confidence in managing drama studio spaces, staging, lighting/sound equipment, and practical group rehearsals.

Compliance & Location: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to apply) and the ability to commute around Chester and surrounding Cheshire West areas.

Why Join Academics?
Advance Planning: Secure your post now to ensure seamless planning and transition for January.

Competitive Pay: Earn excellent daily/weekly rates paid directly through a simple online timesheet system.

Local Network: Access diverse high schools and academies across Chester with full support from a dedicated local consultant.

Academics is committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must pass enhanced background checks.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.