Job description
Secondary Drama Teacher – Southampton
Prospero Teaching is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Secondary Drama Teacher to join a vibrant secondary school in the Southampton area from 13th April, immediately after the Easter break. The school is looking for a qualified Drama specialist who can inspire students, deliver engaging lessons, and take on full teacher responsibilities, including planning, preparation, marking, assessment, and classroom management.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Drama Teacher-or a confident ECT-to join a supportive performing arts department and help students develop confidence, creativity, performance skills, and teamwork. The successful candidate will be offered the role on a temp-perm basis.
The Role:
· Teach Drama across KS3 and KS4
· Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and engaging lessons
· Mark work and complete assessments following school policies
· Support students growth in performance, script work, devising, and character development
· Manage behaviour effectively to create a positive learning environment
· Prepare students for class performances and assessments
· Collaborate with colleagues in the Performing Arts department
Ideal Candidate:
· Fully qualified teacher with QTS/QTLS
· Specialism in Drama or Performing Arts
· Confident teaching students aged 11-16
· Strong classroom management and communication skills
· Creative approach to lesson planning and delivery
· Passionate about helping students develop performance skills and confidence
· Organised, reliable, and committed to high standards
Contract Details:
· Position: Secondary Drama Teacher
· Location: Southampton
· Start Date: 13th April (after Easter)
· Pay: Up to GBP261 per day
· Contract Type: Temporary / ongoing
· Hours: Full-time
· Responsibilities: Full teacher duties including planning & marking
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
· QTS/QTLS required
· Experience teaching Drama at KS3-KS4
· Up-to-date safeguarding training (available if needed)
Eligibility:
· Right to work in the UK
· Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
· Able to provide two professional references from recent teaching roles
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
· Excellent daily pay rates
· Free accredited CPD, such as safeguarding and behaviour management
· Support from our Training & Development Team
· Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles
If you are a passionate Drama Teacher ready for a strong start after Easter, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now with your most up-to-date CV.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.