Drama Teacher Jobs in England

Teacher of Drama – Preston, Lancashire Vision for Education are working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Preston, Lancashire to appoint a passionate Teacher of Drama for a long-term temporary role starting in September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Teacher of Drama in Preston, Lancashire to inspire young people and become part of a supportive and forward-thinking school environment. Teacher of Drama – Preston, Lancashire | Long-Term Role from September…

Protocol Education is supporting a successful secondary school in Central Bristol in the appointment of a Teacher of Drama. This is a full-time, fixed-term opportunity within a high-performing and creative Drama & Arts department. The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers, ECTs and recently qualified teachers. The school would be looking to welcome the successful teacher from September. This secondary school is well-known for its uniquely creative Drama department where high nu…

Location: Middlesbrough Type: Term cover Start: September Salary: Pay to scale from day (£168.80 - £232.56) Are you passionate about Drama and inspiring young people to achieve their best? Do you thrive in an active, energetic teaching environment? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Drama Teacher to work across a range of secondary schools in Middlesbrough . This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated educator who wants to make a real impact while gaining valuable experience in supportive and well-established school settings. The Role • Deliver engaging Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 • Follow lesson plans and maintain a positive learning environment • Adapt quickly to different school settings • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and promote a positive learning environment • Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment • Mark work where required and provide feedback Who We’re Looking For • Qualified with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) • ECTs/NQTs are very welcome • Confident classroom presence and strong subject knowledge • Reliable, flexible, and professional • Strong communication and organisational skills • An up-to-date DBS or the willingness to get one • Satisfactory background screening Benefits of Teaching Personnel • Competitive daily rates of pay with no umbrella companies • Gain experience across a variety of schools • Opportunity to complete ECT/NQT induction hours • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant • Potential for long-term opportunities for the right candidates • Ongoing CPD and career development All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Tradewind are recruiting! Are you looking for your next role teaching Drama in a school located in Waltham Forest? Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be supporting this Client, a successful and inclusive secondary school based in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, in their search for an enthusiastic and talented Drama Teacher to join their team on a one-year fixed-term contract, working four days per week, from September. This Client is seeking a passionate Drama specialist who can inspir…

Drama Teacher - Full-Time Start Date: September 2026 Location: Oxfordshire Pay Rate: £120 - £178 per day (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-Time Inspire Creativity Through Drama We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Drama Teacher to join a vibrant secondary education setting from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students through engaging and creative Drama lessons, helping them develop confidence, communication skills, and a …

Job Title: Drama Teacher Location: Lincoln Salary: £175-£255 (MPS/UPS, dependent on experience) Job Type: Long-term cover Start Date: New Term Start Clarence Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a well-established secondary school in Lincoln to recruit an enthusiastic, creative, and dedicated Drama Teacher to join their team from the start of the new academic year. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a thriving Performing Arts department, where you will deliver inspirin…

Drama Teacher - Darlington Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full Time Pay: £170–£251 per day (dependent on experience) Are you passionate about Drama and inspiring young people to achieve their best? Do you thrive in an active, energetic teaching environment? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Drama Teacher to work across a range of secondary schools in Darlington . This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated educator who wants to make a real impact while gai…

Drama Teacher – Bradford Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available Start Date: ASAP Are you passionate about inspiring creativity and helping young people find their voice? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Drama Teachers to work within secondary schools across Bradford. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced teachers, ECTs, and performing arts specialists looking to make a positive impact in the classroom. The Role…

Drama Teacher Bath | Full-Time | Permanent | September Start Bring Stories to Life. Inspire the Next Generation. Are you a passionate Drama Teacher looking for an exciting teaching opportunity in Bath? Do you believe in the power of performance to build confidence, creativity, and communication skills? A forward-thinking secondary school in Bath is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Drama Teacher to join its thriving Performing Arts department from September . This is a fantastic opportunity…

Job Title: Drama Teacher Location: Wakefield WF4 Pay: £150–£200 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term Are you ready to inspire creativity and self-expression through engaging Drama lessons? GSL Education South Yorkshire branch are giving an opportunity for Drama Teachers to join schools in Wakefield WF4 . We are looking for an imaginative and enthusiastic educator who can nurture students' confidence, develop their performance skills, and create an inclusive environment where creativity can flourish. This position allows you to encourage students to explore drama, performance, and storytelling while building confidence, communication, and teamwork through practical learning experiences. Responsibilities of Drama Teacher: • Deliver engaging Drama lessons that encourage creativity and active participation • Plan practical activities that develop performance, communication, and presentation skills • Support students in building confidence through individual and group performances • Assess progress and provide constructive feedback to help students reach their potential • Create a positive and inclusive classroom where every learner feels encouraged to contribute • Collaborate with colleagues to support productions, performances, and wider school activities Requirements for Drama Teacher: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential • Previous experience teaching Drama within a secondary school is desirable • Strong knowledge of drama techniques and creative teaching approaches • Ability to motivate students through practical and engaging lessons • Excellent communication, classroom management, and organisational skills • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply) Why Join GSL Education: • Access rewarding opportunities with daily rates ranging from £150 to £200, based on the experience • Teach in schools that encourage creativity, innovation, and student participation • Develop your teaching career across a range of supportive educational settings • Receive expert guidance from dedicated education recruitment consultants • Inspire students to develop confidence, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for the performing arts Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the South Yorkshire. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘ Drama Teacher ’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘ apply now ’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

Drama Teacher (Part-Time 0.6 FTE) Location: Richmond Salary: M1-M6 (Main Pay Scale, pro rata) Contract: Permanent Hours: 0.6 FTE (3 days per week) - Full-time opportunity available for candidates able to teach an additional subject. Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Drama teacher with a passion for inspiring young people through the performing arts? My client is a well-established secondary academy located in Richmond. The school is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive en…

Drama Teacher - Stoke-on-Trent - September 2026 Start Location: Stoke-on-Trent Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Temporary, likely to be until May 2027 Daily Rate: £160 - £233 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Academics is a leading Teacher Supply and Recruitment Agency based in Stoke-on-Trent. We are excited to be working with a successful and forward-thinking Stoke-on-Trent secondary school that is seeking a qualified and passionate Drama Teacher to joi…

About the Role: We are looking for a passionate Drama ECT to join a thriving school in Hertfordshire rated Ofsted ‘Good’. This is a wonderful opportunity to teach Drama from KS3–KS5, inspiring students to express creativity and build confidence. Key Responsibilities: • Teach engaging Drama lessons and lead school performances. • Support students’ personal and creative development. • Assess progress and provide constructive feedback. • Contribute to extracurricular Drama clubs and productions. A…

Wayman Education is looking for a Drama Teacher to work in an Outstanding School starting in September on a full-time basis. The school is based in Liverpool and is looking for someone who can teach Drama to KS3/4. The school is accepting applications from both Drama Teachers with experience but also ECT Drama Teachers. School Information This Outstanding School has sound behaviour and achieves good results year on year. They believe that their staff are the most important factor in making an i…

Drama Teacher at an Outstanding School in Coventry (January 2026 Start) Are you a passionate and creative Drama Teacher ready to inspire students? We are seeking a Drama Teacher to join an Outstanding school in Coventry from January 2026. Applications are encouraged from both experienced teachers and ECTs. About the Role: Teaching Drama to KS3 and KS4 with opportunity for KS5. Full-time, permanent position. Collaborative and supportive Performing Arts team. About the School: This Ofsted-rated O…

Drama Teacher – Outstanding School (ECT’s Accepted) Wayman Education is looking for a Drama Teacher to work in an Good School starting in September on a full-time basis. The School is based in Manchester and is looking for someone who can teach Drama to KS3/4. The school is accepting applications from both Drama Teachers with experience but also ECT Drama Teachers. School Information This Outstanding School has sound behaviour and achieves good results year on year. They believe that their staf…

Wayman Education is seeking an energetic and aspiring Drama Teacher for a full-time position to start immediately in an Ofsted Rated “Good” School. The successful Drama Teacher will be a specialist able to teach to GCSE with the opportunity to teach A-Level. This role requires the future post holder to ensure they have excellent subject knowledge and to teach the subject with passion and enthusiasm. The school is interested in receiving applications from an experienced Drama Teacher as well as …

Wayman Education is seeking an energetic and aspiring Drama Teacher for a full-time position to start immediately in an Ofsted Rated “Good” School. The successful Drama Teacher will be a specialist able to teach to GCSE with the opportunity to teach A-Level. This role requires the future post holder to ensure they have excellent subject knowledge and to teach the subject with passion and enthusiasm. The school is interested in receiving applications from an experienced Drama Teacher as well as …

Wayman Education is seeking an energetic and aspiring Drama Teacher for a full-time position to start immediately in an Ofsted Rated “Good” School. The successful Drama Teacher will be a specialist able to teach to GCSE with the opportunity to teach A-Level. This role requires the future post holder to ensure they have excellent subject knowledge and to teach the subject with passion and enthusiasm. The school is interested in receiving applications from an experienced Drama Teacher as well as …

Drama Teacher - Cheshire - September 2026 Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for a talented and enthusiastic Drama Teacher to join a successful secondary school in Cheshire from September 2026 . This is a full-time Drama Teacher position running until Christmas 2026 , with the possibility of extension for the right candidate. This welcoming secondary school is committed to providing an ambitious and inclusive education where every student is encouraged to develop confidence, resilience and a …

The Headteacher of this highly successful and oversubscribed school is looking to appoint a new Drama Teacher to join their Drama department. Drama is an extremely popular and thriving subject in the school with excellent outcomes. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Drama teacher looking to progress in a highly skilled supportive environment. This role would suit an aspirational Drama teacher looking for a role in middle leadership and/or is the perfect role for a candidate might be looking to develop further. What the school is looking for: • Wolverhampton • ASAP Start • Drama Teacher ECT or experienced • Drama to GCSE and for A-Level • An Ofsted rated ‘Good’ practitioner. • A passion for Drama • The ability to help support an already exceptional team. • The ability to secure excellent achievement across all key stages. • A commitment to fresh and exciting methods of delivering the curriculum. • A relentless drive to secure the best possible outcomes for students of all abilities. • Excellent communication and ICT skills The successful Drama Teacher will be both ambitious and committed to the teaching of Drama. They will bring enthusiasm, dedication and ideas to the department and a desire to promote success, whilst instilling in their students a passion for the subject. School Information The school is an 11-18 Mixed Comprehensive serving Drama and the surrounding community. It is highly regarded in the local area and recognised as a friendly and welcoming school with high academic standards. The school has a very positive learning culture, and their Ofsted report (2020) graded the school as Ofsted rated ‘Good’. Experience and Qualifications • Degree in Drama or similar • QTS or PGCE Salary The salary for this Drama Teacher position will be paid to scale MPS/UPS. Application To be considered for this Drama Teacher position please send their application through as soon as possible.

* Drama Teacher required to work on a full-time position ASAP * Outstanding Mixed Secondary School based near Crawley, West Sussex * Drama Teacher to join a highly successful and well-resourced department Our client is looking for a Drama Teacher to work within a highly prestigious mixed school near Crawley, West Sussex. The successful Drama Teacher will be expected to teach at KS3 & KS4. The department is well resourced and boasts and approachable and supportive head of department. This is a f…

Drama Teacher – Ealing, Inner London Inspire Creativity and Performance at a Successful West London Academy We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and highly committed Teacher of Drama to join the successful Performing Arts faculty at a well-regarded secondary academy in the Ealing area of Inner West London. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2026 . Teacher of Drama required Full-time, Permanent position starting September 2026 Successful, high-performing academy …

*Drama Teacher required to work on a full-time position *Drama Teacher required to work within a Good mixed school * Drama Teacher to join a highly successful and well-resourced department Our Client is looking for a Drama Teacher to work within a highly prestigious mixed school in St Albans. The successful Drama Teacher will be excepted to teach at KS3 & KS4. The department is well resourced and boasts and approachable and supportive head of department. The school is happy to receive applicati…