Key Information
• Role: Teacher of Drama
• Contract: Long-term cover
• Start Date: 23rd February 2026
• Hours: Full time
• Key Stages: KS3 and KS3–4
The Role – Day-to-Day Duties
As Teacher of Drama, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and structured lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 3–4. Duties will include:
• Planning and delivering high-quality Drama lessons in line with the curriculum
• Teaching mixed-ability classes across KS3 and KS3–4
• Assessing, monitoring, and recording student progress
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively to create a positive learning environment
• Contributing to the wider life of the department during the cover period
• Following school policies and procedures at all times
Person Specification
• Qualified Teacher of Drama with QTS or equivalent
• Proven experience teaching Drama at secondary level
• Strong subject knowledge and confident delivery across KS3 and KS3–4
• Good classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons independently
• This role is not suitable for ECTs (NQTs)
Why Apply?
• Clear, defined long-term cover period
• Full-time teaching timetable
• Opportunity to step into an established department as Teacher of Drama
• Ideal for an experienced practitioner seeking short-term stability and impact