Drama Teacher Jobs in Yorkshire and the Humber

A prominent Secondary school is seeking a passionate and inspiring Drama Teacher to join one of Leeds’s most highly regarded schools. Renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and ambitious ethos, this prestigious school is seeking a talented educator to become part of its thriving Drama department on a full-time basis. This is a rare chance to teach motivated, high-achieving students in an environment where learning is genuinely valued, and staff are exceptionally well s…

Drama Teacher – Outstanding School The school 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 Middlesbrough 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. *OUTSTANDING graded school *MPS/UPS Salary (M1 salary to UPS3) *Full-Time Drama Teacher position *Drama Teacher role starting in September *Id…

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 Outstanding School in Leeds as a Drama Teacher? You will be joining a dynamic Drama department where you will be able to teach to KS3/4/5. 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 ·TLR available ·Teaching up to GCSE and A-Level ·Leeds ·Starting in September ·MPS1 – UPS3 + TLR Salary School Information The school believes that learning is their most important activity, equally true for their 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. They are cultivating a culture of openness, honesty and professional learning so that teachers are able to teach effectively and have a positive work life balance. Experience and Qualifications required for this Drama Teacher position -Degree in Drama -PGCE or QTS -Drama Teacher, teaching to KS3/4/5 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 Drama Teacher position through as soon as possible to Giles Bullock.

Job Description: Are you a creative Drama Teacher passionate about inspiring students through performance and the arts? A well-established secondary school in Sheffield is seeking a full-time Drama Teacher to join their vibrant Arts department starting January 2026. Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire Start Date: January 2026 Salary: Paid on the MPS or UPS scale, dependent on experience About the School: Situated in a supportive community, this school values creativity, expression, and confide…

Drama Teacher – Outstanding School The school 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 Sheffield 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. *OUTSTANDING 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.

Drama Teacher 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 As a Drama…

We are seeking a passionate, dynamic and creative Drama Teacher to join a high-performing secondary school in Wakefield from January . The successful teacher will deliver exciting and engaging Drama lessons across KS3–KS4 , with potential KS5 involvement. You will contribute to the school’s strong performing arts culture, support school productions and encourage students to develop confidence, performance skills and a love of theatre. Drama Teacher Full-time position January Start MPS/UPS Salar…

Music & Drama Teacher (KS3 & KS4) Kirklees | September - December Contract | Secondary School Inspire creativity. Build confidence. Bring the arts to life. A welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Kirklees is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Music & Drama Teacher to join their team from September until December . This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to make an immediate impact, delivering engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 and nurturing students' creative t…

Music & Drama Teacher – Permanent Bradford M1 to UPS3 (depending on experience and qualifications) Full-time, Permanent Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner for the right person) Calling all Music & Drama teachers, from fresh-faced ECTs to seasoned performers and creative educators We’re working with an outstanding secondary school in Bradford that’s looking for a permanent Music & Drama Teacher to join their team. This is the kind of school people stay in — supportive leadership, excellent behaviour systems, and a genuine commitment to helping every student succeed. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire creativity, confidence, and self-expression through Music and Drama. Whether you're an experienced teacher or looking to begin your teaching career, the school is keen to meet passionate educators who can bring the performing arts to life and encourage students to reach their full potential. What makes this school stand out? ✅ Outstanding leadership and a genuinely supportive SLT ✅ A welcoming and collaborative Performing Arts department ✅ Strong behaviour systems with clear expectations ✅ Excellent CPD and progression opportunities ✅ ECT-friendly with mentoring and structured support from day one ✅ A school community that values both staff and students The role: You’ll be: • Teaching Music and Drama across KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to teach KS5 for the right candidate • Planning and delivering engaging, creative lessons that inspire confidence and a love of the performing arts • Encouraging students to develop their musical, theatrical, and performance skills • Supporting students to achieve their full potential both inside and outside the classroom • Contributing to school productions, performances, concerts, and extracurricular activities • Becoming a valued member of a supportive and welcoming school community What we’re looking for: • UK QTS or currently completing your teacher training • A genuine passion for Music, Drama, and helping young people succeed • Strong classroom presence and positive relationship-building skills • Creativity, enthusiasm, and the ability to inspire students of all abilities • ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply And if you’re Thrive trained, even better. If not, no worries—we can help with that too. Protocol Education offers free Thrive training to help you build even more confidence supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing in school If you're looking for a role where you can inspire the next generation of performers, musicians, and confident young people, we'd love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

Drama Teacher - Secondary Bradford Partner School via Veritas Education Immediate Start & September 2026 Opportunities Full-Time / Long-Term Position Veritas Education are working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in the Bradford area to recruit a passionate and creative Drama Teacher. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students through the performing arts and join a supportive school environment with opportunities available for an immediate start or from September. A…

Drama Teacher - Secondary Bradford Partner School via Veritas Education Immediate Start & September 2026 Opportunities Full-Time / Long-Term Position Veritas Education are working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in the Bradford area to recruit a passionate and creative Drama Teacher . This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students through the performing arts and join a supportive school environment with opportunities available for an immediate start or from September . Applications are welcomed from both experienced Drama teachers and ECTs . The Role As a Drama Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and inclusive lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering creativity, confidence, and self-expression in students. You will play an important role in promoting participation in performing arts and supporting extracurricular activities where appropriate. Key Responsibilities • Deliver high-quality Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4 • Plan, prepare, and assess work in line with curriculum expectations • Create a positive and engaging learning environment • Support students in developing performance, communication, and teamwork skills • Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management • Contribute to school productions and enrichment activities where appropriate Requirements • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent • Experience teaching Drama within a UK secondary school setting • Strong classroom management and communication skills • A passion for performing arts and student development • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) What We Offer • Competitive rates of pay • Long-term and potential permanent opportunities • Ongoing support from a dedicated Veritas Education consultant • Access to CPD and professional development opportunities • Opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking school Why Veritas Education? Veritas Education is a trusted education recruitment agency working in line with Department for Education standards. We support schools across West Yorkshire by placing high-quality teaching professionals into rewarding roles. Safeguarding Statement Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices. Apply Now To apply or find out more, please contact: Sam Waddington If you are an enthusiastic Drama Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Bradford, we would love to hear from you. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained • You must have legal right to work in the UK • You must be willing to attend a registration interview Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Academics are currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Drama teacher for one of our highly regarded secondary schools in West Leeds. This will be a long-term position starting in September 2026. This is an exciting position for someone who is looking to take the next step in their teaching career! In the schools most recent Ofsted report the teachers were praised for being ambitious and having high subject knowledge. Pupils were praised for displaying excellent behaviour, as well as …

Academics are currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Drama teacher for one of our highly regarded secondary schools in West Leeds. This will be a long-term position starting in September 2026. This is an exciting position for someone who is looking to take the next step in their teaching career! In the schools most recent Ofsted report the teachers were praised for being ambitious and having high subject knowledge. Pupils were praised for displaying excellent behaviour, as well as …

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.

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…

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.

Job Description: Are you a confident and creative Drama Teacher ready to inspire confidence and expression in students? A well-regarded school in Hull, East Yorkshire is looking to appoint a Drama Teacher to join their arts faculty from January 2026 on a full-time basis. Location: Hull, East Yorkshire Start Date: January 2026 Salary: MPS/UPS (Based on experience) About the School The school values the performing arts as central to student development, offering drama both in the curriculum and t…