Teacher Of Drama – Secondary School In Leeds (January Start)

Marchant Recruitment; Ledston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds School in Leeds, West Yorkshire, is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Drama to join its Expressive Arts faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January. You will deliver engaging practical and theoretical Drama across KS3, KS4 GCSE Drama, and KS5 A-Level Drama & Theatre Studies.

Working with the Expressive Arts team, you will direct productions, guide script analysis and exam preparation, and run drama clubs.

Qualifications

• QTS or UK teaching credentials required.
• Honours degree in Drama or related field.
• Proven or potential strong GCSE/A-Level results.
• Experience directing scripts and managing productions.
• Active DBS Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging Drama across KS3-KS5 with practical and theory lessons.
• Direct or support major school productions and theatre clubs.
• Guide GCSE/A-Level pupils through script analysis and exam prep.
• Organise theatre visits and workshops with practitioners.
• Assess and track student progress through portfolios and moderation.
• Fulfil pastoral duties as Form Tutor to support wellbeing.

Skills

QTS or PGCE/SCITT

Curriculum delivery across KS3-KS5

Pastoral/Form Tutor duties

Directing/production management

Education

Honours degree in Drama/Theatre Studies/Performing Arts

QTS / UK teaching credentials

Job description

A scholarly secondary school in Leeds, West Yorkshire, is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Drama to join its Expressive Arts faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

Drama plays a vital role in this school's curriculum, house competitions, and extra-curricular performance schedule. The successful applicant will deliver engaging practical and theoretical Drama lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Drama), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Drama & Theatre Studies).

Working alongside the Expressive Arts team, you will direct school productions, guide pupils through script analysis and devizing, and run extra-curricular theater clubs. This is a full-time, permanent contract starting in January.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach engaging practical and theoretical Drama lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5
• Direct or assist with major annual school productions, showcases, and inter-house performing arts competitions
• Guide GCSE and A-Level pupils through devized performance logs, script evaluation, and written exam preparation
• Organize theater visits, workshops with professional practitioners, and technical stage lighting/sound training
• Assess, track, and report on student progress across practical moderation recordings and written portfolios
• Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing and personal development

Role Overview & Specifications

• Start Date: January
• Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract
• Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
• Salary / Pay Rate: MPS / UPS equivalent
• Key Curriculum: Eduqas / AQA Drama

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
• Honors degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, or a closely related discipline
• Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE/A-Level Drama results
• Practical expertise in directing, scriptwork, and technical production management
• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)