Drama Teacher – Secondary School – Manchester

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid to scale

A welcoming secondary school in Manchester is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Drama Teacher to join its Performing Arts department. This is an exciting opportunity for a practitioner who can inspire students to express themselves, develop their confidence and explore a range of performance styles and theatrical techniques.

The successful candidate will teach Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering practical and theory-based lessons that develop performance, collaboration and critical evaluation skills. The school is looking for someone who can create an energetic classroom environment and encourage students to take an active role in their learning.

Drama Teacher – Role and Responsibilities

• Teach Drama across KS3 and KS4.

• Plan and deliver practical workshops and theory-based lessons.

• Develop students' performance, improvisation and communication skills.

• Introduce pupils to a range of theatrical styles, practitioners and techniques.

• Support students with written coursework and performance assessments.

• Encourage teamwork, creativity and confidence through group activities.

• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback.

• Contribute to performances, productions and extracurricular opportunities where appropriate.

Drama Teacher – School Information

The school is committed to offering students a broad curriculum that supports academic development and creative expression. Its Performing Arts provision encourages pupils to build confidence, work collaboratively and explore their individual interests.

Staff are supported by a friendly teaching community and opportunities to contribute to wider school activities. The school is located in Manchester, with access to local transport links and surrounding communities.

Drama Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• A degree in Drama, Theatre Studies or a related subject.

• Experience teaching Drama at secondary level.

• Strong practical performance and directing knowledge.

• The ability to manage practical lessons and maintain positive behaviour.

• A creative approach to planning and delivering lessons.

Salary

MPS1–UPS3, depending on experience.

Application

If you are a creative Drama Teacher interested in joining a secondary school in Manchester, please send across your CV.