Posted: 6h ago
The role
Job Title: Drama Teacher
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time, Temporary
Salary: £34,398–£52,490 (M1 - UPS3)
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary applies to candidates with substantial teaching experience.
Are you a passionate Drama Teacher looking to inspire the next generation of performers and creative thinkers?
ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply. Whether you are starting your career or seeking a new challenge, this school offers a supportive environment with excellent opportunities for professional growth.
Teach Now is recruiting an enthusiastic Drama Teacher to join a successful secondary school and sixth form in Watford from September 2026. You will teach Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4 while contributing to a thriving Performing Arts department.
The school is a high-performing, inclusive academy serving over 1,300 students aged 11–19, with excellent facilities, strong academic outcomes and a commitment to student success.
As a Drama Teacher, you will:
• Plan and deliver engaging Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Develop students performance skills, creativity and confidence
• Prepare students for GCSE Drama assessments and examinations
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where all learners can succeed
• Monitor progress and provide effective feedback to support achievement
• Contribute to curriculum development within the Performing Arts department
• Support school productions, performances and enrichment activities
Requirements
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, Performing Arts or a related subject
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Drama education
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire students of all abilities
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
Desirable Experience
• Experience teaching GCSE Drama
• Experience directing school productions and performances
• Ability to contribute to wider Performing Arts initiatives
• Experience working within a diverse secondary school setting
What We Offer
• Competitive salary on the MPS/UPS scale (£34,398–£52,490)
• Outstanding Performing Arts facilities and resources
• Supportive leadership and collaborative staff team
• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
• ECT support and mentoring programmes
• Opportunity to play a key role in a vibrant and successful Performing Arts department
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
