Role: Teacher of Drama (KS3–KS5)

Location: Newmarket, Suffolk

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: MPS/UPS, Dependent on Experience

Are you a creative Drama specialist who can combine practical performance, theatrical analysis and disciplined rehearsal to develop confident young performers?

A secondary school in Newmarket is seeking a Drama Teacher to strengthen its performing arts curriculum. The successful candidate will deliver practical workshops, support examination classes and help students develop their understanding of theatre as both an art form and an academic subject.

The Role

• Performance Instruction: Teach improvisation, devised theatre, scripted performance and character development.

• Theatre Analysis: Develop students’ understanding of staging, dramatic intention, technical elements and performance interpretation.

• Examination Delivery: Prepare GCSE and, where appropriate, A-Level students for practical and written assessments.

• Creative Enrichment: Contribute to productions, showcases and extracurricular performance opportunities.

The Candidate

• Professional Qualifications: Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Practical Expertise: Has strong Drama knowledge and experience of performance-based teaching.

• Creative Leadership: Can organise rehearsals and practical lessons effectively.

• Student Engagement: Encourages confidence, collaboration and reflective evaluation.

The Environment

• Creative Curriculum: Work within a school that values expressive arts and performance.

• Collaborative Planning: Share ideas and resources with creative arts colleagues.

• Performance Opportunities: Support students in developing their skills beyond timetabled lessons.

• Professional Development: Contribute to the ongoing development of the Drama curriculum.

Apply Now

Submit your CV if you are seeking a permanent Drama teaching role beginning in January 2027.