Teacher of Drama. Job in Manchester Education & Training Jobs

Vision for Education - Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Wigan seeks a passionate Teacher of Drama to join their team for a full-time position from September 2025 to February 2026. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that emphasizes academic excellence and character education. Ideal candidates are dedicated educators eager to inspire and engage students while continuing their professional development.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

FREE training for professional development

Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching Drama and committed to academic excellence.
• Able to inspire, challenge and engage students.
• Committed to their own professional growth and the success of the team.

Responsibilities

• Teach Drama and inspire students in a dynamic learning environment.
• Contribute to the Performing Arts faculty's innovative curriculum.

Skills

Passionate about teaching Drama

Ability to inspire students

Commitment to professional growth

Job description

Job Title: Teacher of Drama
Location: Wigan
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Sept 2025 to Feb 2026
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive, based on experience, in line with teacher pay scales

About the Role

A high-performing, OFSTED rated "good" secondary school in Wigan is seeking a passionate and inspiring Teacher of Drama to join its exceptional team. This vacancy has arisen due to a current team member leaving for a promotion in another school.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking Performing Arts faculty within a school recognised for its outstanding performance, innovative curriculum, and supportive ethos.

About the School

• Rated Good by Ofsted
• A proud member of a multi-academy trust
• Known for its traditional values, research-informed practice, and strong student outcomes
• A culture of excellence and ambition

The school s approach balances academic rigour with character education, developing both knowledge and leadership in students. Staff work in a values-driven environment where wellbeing and collaboration are paramount.

Ideal teacher profile

The school is seeking an Drama teacher who is:

• Passionate about teaching Drama and committed to academic excellence
• Able to inspire, challenge and engage students
• Committed to their own professional growth and the success of the team

Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT with strong potential, we welcome your application.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Olivia Flinter on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)