Drama Teacher – KS3 & KS4 | Secondary School

Location: Secondary School

Contract Type: Long-term / Supply (potential for full-time)

Pay Rate: Competitive daily rates (PAYE)

Job Description

Vision for Education is seeking a passionate and committed Drama Teacher to work in a secondary school from the new academic year. This is an excellent opportunity for a Drama Teacher looking for a long-term secondary teaching role with strong support, consistency, and the potential for full-time work.

This role is suitable for an experienced Drama Teacher, a newly qualified Drama Teacher, or an ECT looking to secure a long-term Drama teaching job in a supportive secondary school.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Drama across KS3 and KS4

• Plan and deliver engaging and practical Drama lessons

• Support students of all abilities in Drama

• Encourage creativity, confidence, and performance skills

• Maintain positive classroom behaviour and routines

• Work collaboratively within the performing arts department

The School

This secondary school offers a supportive and inclusive learning environment with a strong focus on creativity and student engagement. The school provides:

• A well-structured Drama curriculum at KS3 and KS4

• Supportive senior leadership and clear behaviour expectations

• A collaborative performing arts department

• Mixed-ability Drama classes with positive attitudes to learning

• Strong pastoral care and effective safeguarding procedures

Requirements

To be considered for this Drama Teacher role, candidates must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience teaching Drama at KS3 and/or KS4

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

• A passion for Drama education and student development

• Eligibility to work in the UK

• A valid DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

What Vision for Education Offers

• Competitive daily pay rates for Drama Teachers, paid weekly via PAYE

• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)

• Pension contributions

• Ongoing CPD and professional development for Drama Teachers

• Dedicated secondary consultant support

• Social and networking events

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment agency supporting Drama Teachers and secondary schools across the UK.

Vision for Education is part of The Edwin Group, recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, rated Excellent for staff engagement and employee experience.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

How to Apply

If you are a Drama Teacher seeking your next secondary teaching job, apply via this website.

For more information about this Drama Teacher vacancy and other Drama teaching jobs, contact the Vision for Education Newcastle Secondary team on 0191 267 6491.

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