Drama Teacher Jobs in South West England

Our client is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Drama Teacher to join a high-performing Grammar School near Cheltenham, renowned for its academic excellence, strong pastoral ethos, and vibrant co-curricular life. • Full-time Drama Teacher required from January 2026 • High-achieving Grammar School near Cheltenham • Excellent opportunity to teach in a creative, supportive, and academically focused environment This is an exceptional opportunity for a Drama Teacher to join a dynamic and ambitious…

The Drama Teacher vacancy you have been waiting for… The Drama department at a renowned school in Bath is looking for a passionate Drama teacher. Job Overview Our client is recruiting for a Drama Teacher starting in January or earlier. The school is a co-educational school with an excellent local rapport. The Drama Teacher is expected to teach Drama from KS3 to KS5 to the high-achieving and well-behaved student body. The School The school is an has an inclusive and diverse community and is comm…

Looking for the school that will soon become your home? A celebrated school in Bristol is searching for an exceptional Drama Teacher with a commitment to excellence. Job Overview Our client is recruiting for a Drama Teacher starting in January. The school is a private, co-educational school with an excellent rapport. The Drama Teacher is expected to teach Drama from KS3 to KS5 to the high-achieving and well-behaved student body. The School The school is an has an inclusive and diverse community…

Looking for the school that will soon become your home? A celebrated school in Swindon is searching for an exceptional Drama Teacher with a commitment to excellence. Job Overview Our client is recruiting for a Drama Teacher starting in January. The school is a private, co-educational school with an excellent rapport. The Drama Teacher is expected to teach Drama from KS3 to KS5 to the high-achieving and well-behaved student body. The School The school is an has an inclusive and diverse community…

Looking for the school that will soon become your home? A celebrated school in Taunton is searching for an exceptional Drama Teacher with a commitment to excellence. Job Overview Our client is recruiting for a Drama Teacher starting in January. The school is a private, co-educational school with an excellent rapport. The Drama Teacher is expected to teach Drama from KS3 to KS5 to the high-achieving and well-behaved student body. The School The school is an has an inclusive and diverse community…

Are you currently looking for a Drama Teacher position in an exciting environment where you will be able to get support and career development? Do you have the passion, motivation, and drive to work in a fantastic School in Bath as a Drama Teacher? You will be joining the schools Drama Department and teaching Drama up to KS3/4/5 in a lovely school with a great Senior Leadership Team. Drama Teacher Role Bath September start MPS1 – UPS3 Salary School Information Th school offers a culture based o…

Drama Teacher – Good School The school is looking for a Drama Teacher to work in a Good School starting in September on a full-time basis. The school is based in Swindon and is looking for someone who can teach Drama to KS3/4/5. The school is accepting applications from both Drama teachers with experience but also ECT Drama Teachers. *’Good’ graded school *MPS/UPS Salary (M1 salary to UPS3) *Full-Time Drama Teacher position *Drama Teacher role starting in September *Ideal role for Drama ECTs School Information The school believes that learning is their most important activity: and that’s equally true for our students and staff. They’re passionate about self-improvement and go the extra mile to make sure that lessons are relevant, purposeful, engaging and rewarding. An excellent CPD package supports their people at every stage of their careers, from training through to leadership. Experience and Qualifications • Drama related Degree • 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 your application through to Gilles Bullock as soon as possible.

The Drama Teacher opportunity you’ve been waiting for… A highly respected Academy school in Poole is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Drama specialist to join its thriving Performing Arts faculty. Key Details • Drama Teacher required • Full-time, permanent position starting as soon as possible • Successful and ambitious secondary school in Poole • Teach Drama across Key Stages 3, 4 & 5 (KS3, GCSE, and A-Level) The School This is a dynamic, forward-thinking Academy that prides itself on offering a rich and varied curriculum, with the Drama department playing an integral role in school life. The school fosters an inclusive, diverse, and supportive community where both students and staff thrive. Colleagues frequently praise the Academy for its collaborative culture, strong leadership, and commitment to professional growth. Staff highlight the school’s excellent wellbeing provisions, characterising it as a place where teachers feel valued, supported, and encouraged to innovate—particularly within the thriving Drama provision. The Drama department plays a vital role in the school’s curriculum, offering enriching opportunities such as school productions, theatre visits, workshops with industry professionals, and performance projects, enabling students to develop confidence, creativity, and a strong connection between dramatic practice and real-world contexts. Location: Poole, Dorset Start Date: ASAP Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience Drama Teacher Experience and Qualifications • Degree in Drama or a closely related subject • QTS (e.g., PGCE) • Strong knowledge of the Drama curriculum • Legal right to work in the UK • Excellent classroom management, communication, and organisational skills • A passion for promoting high-quality Drama education across all key stages Application If you are an enthusiastic and inspiring Drama Teacher seeking the next step in your career, please submit your CV as soon as possible.

Are you an energetic and enthusiastic Drama Teacher? Are you looking for a top school with a thriving Drama Department? Our client is recruiting for a Drama Teacher starting in January. The school is a co-educational Academy sponsor school with an Outstanding Ofsted rating. The teacher will be expected to teach Drama to KS3 to KS5 to an exceptionally well-behaved student body. The School The school fosters well-rounded individuals through promoting staff well-being and regular professional development. Parents are overwhelmingly complimentary about the school, one of which described the staff as ‘incredible’ people who ‘know the pupils well and engage with them on an individual level.’ The school looks after the students by approaching each as an individual and bolstering an inclusive and welcoming environment. Students are proud of their school and have strong relationships with their peers and the staff. Drama Teacher Experience and Qualifications • Evidence of passion for Drama • A formal teaching qualification with QTS (i.e. PGCE) • Legal ability to work within the UK • Excellent communication and organisational skills Application To be considered for this Drama Teacher position please forward a CV as soon as possible.

Are you currently looking for a Drama Teacher role within an exciting environment where you will be supported and treated like a valuable member of staff? Are you an enthusiastic, passionate, and motivated teacher looking to work in an Ofsted ‘Good’ School in Wellington as a Drama Teacher? You will be joining a dynamic Drama department where you will be able to teach to KS3/4. This position would suit either an ECT Drama Teacher or a more experienced Drama Teacher seeking an opportunity for professional development. - Drama Teacher Role - Full time position - Teaching Drama GCSE - Starting ASAP - MPS1 – UPS3 Salary School Information The school is a successful, high attaining 11-18 mixed comprehensive with 1250 students located in Wellington. The school has an excellent reputation locally and in the wider community for academic achievement and the quality of its pastoral care and support. They have a comprehensive intake which reflects the diversity of the local community. The most recent Ofsted inspection was in 2020, when the school was judged to be ‘Good’ in all areas. A feature of the inspection report was the inclusive nature of the school and the sense of community felt by staff and students. Inspectors commented that staff were overwhelmingly positive about the support that they receive from leaders and on how friendly and welcoming the school is for staff. The needs of their students are paramount, and this is recognised by all staff, who have a common view that only the best is good enough. They have a commitment to sharing good practice in developing leaders, teachers, and support staff. Experience and Qualifications required for this Drama Teacher position. -Degree in Drama -PGCE or QTS - Drama Teacher, teaching to GCSE Salary The salary for this Drama Teacher position will be paid to scale on a permanent contract to scale MPS/UPS. Application Please send your application for this position through as soon as possible to lydia@waymaneducation.com.

Are you currently looking for a Drama Teacher role within an exciting environment where you will be supported and treated like a valuable member of staff? Are you an enthusiastic, passionate, and motivated teacher looking to work in an Ofsted ‘Good’ School in Wiltshire as a Drama Teacher? You will be joining a dynamic Drama department where you will be able to teach to KS3/4. This position would suit either an ECT Drama Teacher or a more experienced Drama Teacher seeking an opportunity for prof…

Are you a creative and energetic Drama Teacher looking for flexible classroom teaching? TeacherActive is recruiting passionate Drama Teachers to work in a range of excellent secondary schools across Swindon and Wiltshire. We're looking for teachers who can inspire creativity, confidence and performance while delivering engaging lessons that encourage every student to reach their potential. Joining the TeacherActive supply team will give you access to Daily Supply & Long Term & Contract opportunities with schools across the South West. We are looking for someone who: Holds QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification Has experience teaching Drama at KS3 and KS4 (KS5 advantageous) Can create an inclusive and engaging learning environment Demonstrates excellent classroom management Is enthusiastic, adaptable and committed to student success Why work with TeacherActive? Excellent daily rates Long-term placements with supportive schools Free CPD through My-Progression Friendly, dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals Referral incentives If you thrive on helping students build confidence through performance and creativity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join TeacherActive and make a real impact in schools across Swindon and Wiltshire. About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

Job Title: Drama Teacher Location: Cheltenham Job Type: Long Term Contract Company: TeachMatch Recruitment Salary: £180 - £250 dependent upon experience Why Work with Teach Match Recruitment? * Expert Support: Access to a dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you with your recruitment journey. * Competitive Pay: Offering competitive pay rates based on experience and qualifications. * Ongoing Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career development in th…

Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire Full-time £130-170 The Role: Would you consider yourself a creative and energetic educator? I am currently working with a local school who are enthusiastic about introductions to new members of staff. Applications are encouraged from those looking to teach Drama specifically, but also those who have gained wonderful transferable skills to use across other subjects too. The role requires relevant UK-based experience, which may be from classroom experience or work…

• Taunton, Somerset • Full-time • £100-130 The Role: Would you consider yourself a creative and energetic educator? I am currently working with a local school who are enthusiastic about introductions to new members of staff. Applications are encouraged from those looking to teach Drama specifically, but also those who have gained wonderful transferable skills to use across other subjects too. The role requires relevant UK-based experience, which may be from classroom experience or working with children in another capacity. Successful candidates will be working across key stages 3 and 4 to deliver both practical and theory lessons, so being organised and adaptable is essential. If you are excited to hear more about this opportunity, Long-Term Teachers would love to hear from you! Why? Nurturing environment: successful candidates will be working closely with support staff and faculty members to provide consistent learning opportunities for children and develop their own teaching skills. Progression: whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, subject specialist or have provided ah-hoc cover previously, this could be the perfect next step in your career. How To Apply We’d love to see your CV, but we don’t need it to have a conversation! Send me an email to molly@longtermteachers.co.uk or call 0117336206 to tell me more about yourself. Working with Long-term Teachers We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools. LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout. Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you. We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance Team. In addition you will receive: - Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities - Permanent job roles - Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process - Working to Agency Workers Regulations - Interview preparation, advice and support - Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay

£150 - £200 Part time, 0.4 Fixed term - November to April Planning and Marking This school is located near Gloucester Road in Bristol, and so has superb public transport access with multiple bus links and two train stations all within a 10 minute radius. This is a larger, all girls Secondary School and with that comes some challenges but if you are looking to be part of a wider community this is the place for you. This school has a long standing history as one of the pillars of educational inst…

A Secondary School in Swindon is looking for a Drama Teacher to join their team and start their full time role immediately! Swindon Full Time Planning and Marking Temp to perm £160 - £200 In this role as Drama teacher you will be responsible for guiding both practical and theoretical parts of the Drama curriculum and preparing students for their GCSE examinations. This role will involve planning lessons and activities as well as marking student’s work therefore knowledge and understanding of th…

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…

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…

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 …