Teacher of Drama (Maternity Cover)

LeighAcademiesTrust; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher Pension

Virtual GP Service

MAT network benefits

LAT benefits

Job summary

Leigh Academy Mascalls is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Drama to join our vibrant performing arts team. This role supports students’ personal development and academic success through engaging, high-quality drama lessons and performances.

The successful candidate will contribute to a department led by subject specialists, with excellent facilities and opportunities to direct performances and nurture talent in a collaborative academy community.

Skills

Drama teaching

Creativity

Job description

MPS/UPS (England & Wales) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

At Leigh Academy Mascalls, we believe drama has the power to transform confidence, ignite creativity and inspire young people to find their voice. We are now looking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate Teacher of Drama to join our vibrant and supportive performing arts team at an incredibly exciting time for the academy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Teacher of Drama to work in a school that truly values the arts and recognises the important role drama plays in students’ personal development, self-expression and academic success. You will join a department led by dedicated subject specialists who are passionate about delivering engaging, high-quality lessons and creating memorable opportunities for students both inside and outside the classroom.

Our excellent facilities reflect our ambition for the subject, with fantastic learning and performance spaces that support creativity, collaboration and high-quality productions throughout the year. Whether delivering dynamic classroom teaching, directing performances or encouraging students to develop confidence on stage, you will play a key role in nurturing talent and inspiring the next generation of performers and creatives.

We are seeking a teacher who can bring energy, creativity and ambition to the role and who is committed to ensuring every student feels encouraged to participate, perform and succeed. The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative academy community that is ambitious for both its students and staff alike.

The team is open to considering both full-time and part-time applications for this position, with a minimum commitment of four days per week.

Note that whilst the position is offered on a maternity cover basis until December 2027, every effort will be made to offer a substantive position thereafter, either at Leigh Academy Mascalls or within the wider family of academies across Leigh Academies Trust. The central Recruitment Team will keep in touch with you throughout your contract to discuss options available to you.

Working with us at Leigh Academy Mascalls

Leigh Academy Mascalls is a high-achieving, community-focused school where every student is known, supported and challenged to thrive. Our unique small school model-divided into four distinct colleges-fosters a personalised learning environment, empowering students to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and ambitious setting.

Recognised by Ofsted as a ‘Good’ school with ‘Outstanding’ leadership and behaviour, we’re proud of our culture of high expectations, strong relationships and a shared commitment to excellence. As noted in our latest inspection, Mascalls is “a happy place to be” where “staff feel valued”-and where leadership is focused on supporting both student and staff success.

Our modern facilities combine light, open spaces with character-rich buildings, creating an inspiring environment for teaching and learning. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned educator, you’ll join a team driven by innovation, professional growth and a passion for transforming lives.

Be part of our journey toward excellence-where your ideas are valued, your impact is real, and your career can truly flourish.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.