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Drama Early Careers Teacher – Braintree, Essex
Location: Braintree, Essex
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS (depending on experience)
Our client, a well-regarded and forward-thinking secondary academy based in Braintree, Essex, is seeking to appoint a passionate and motivated Early Careers Teacher (ECT) of Drama to join their vibrant performing arts department.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified teacher who is enthusiastic about Drama education and is committed to inspiring creativity, confidence, and expression in young people. The school offers a supportive environment with strong mentorship and excellent opportunities for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Teach engaging and imaginative Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
Foster a love of performance and storytelling while developing students' skills in acting, devising, and script work
Contribute to extra-curricular activities, including school productions, drama clubs, and performance showcases
Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment
Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
QTS or pending QTS status (with a PGCE or equivalent qualification in Drama or Performing Arts)
A strong subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for Drama education
The ability to inspire students of all abilities and encourage creative exploration
Excellent classroom management skills and a proactive, team-focused approach
A desire to contribute to the wider school community through enrichment and performance opportunities
Why Join Our Client?
A welcoming and creative school environment with a strong focus on performing arts
Access to a well-equipped drama studio and performance spaces
Excellent ECT support and ongoing professional development
Opportunities to direct and support school productions and events
A positive, inclusive school culture that values staff wellbeing and student achievement
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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.
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