Overview
Drama Teacher at TES FE News. Start date: January 2026. Salary: ULT Teachers’ Pay Range.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to become part of our successful Drama department, and work within our newly established Performing Arts Stream ‘Spotlight’. We have an excellent track record of examination success within Drama at GCSE and are currently in the process of introducing the Level 1 / 2 BTEC in Performing Arts with the aim to extend this to KS5 in forthcoming years. We have two dedicated Drama suites and a full-time dedicated Sound and Performance Technician and excellent equipment. The successful candidate will be student-centred and be prepared to ‘go the extra mile’ to help students perform at all levels.
We have a long-established history of annual productions, and the successful candidate will contribute to these productions alongside our committed Performing Arts team. Our goal over the next academic year is to embed our newly developed schemes of work, which include leadership, literacy and oracy opportunities for each and every student. We aim to have all students leaving Northampton Academy as confident, well-rounded individuals with a real sense of purpose. Drama will be one of the most important and influential players as we strive for this ambitious target.
More pay, more time and more support. We offer the best pay in the sector, three extra INSET days for planning, guaranteed personal days, great training for your career and more. Teach with United Learning for a more rewarding career.
The post is being advertised with a closing date of 23rd September 2025; however, we would like potential applicants to apply as soon as possible and reserve the right to withdraw the advert should we interview and appoint a suitable candidate earlier than the advertised closing date or extend the closing date should there not be a suitable pool of candidates by this date.
The leadership of the academy is committed to an environment where teachers can deliver excellent lessons. The student behaviour system is clear and easy to administer in lessons. If action is needed beyond these steps, the pastoral and senior teams support teachers by handling detentions, following up and dealing with parents on your behalf. Teachers at the academy are trusted to be professionals through:
* Ongoing professional training and development as well as networking opportunities throughout the United Learning Multi Academy Trust.
* Opportunities for those aspiring to enter the teaching profession within the United Learning Multi Academy Trust.
* A competitive salary, an on-site fitness centre, a commitment to personal development and a flexible benefit scheme.
* A genuine ‘flexi-working’ approach with at least one opportunity a week to come in late or leave early for every teaching member of staff.
Northampton Academy is part of United Learning, a unique group of independent and state schools working together to achieve the best in everyone. We are committed to equal opportunities and to the protection and safety of all students and adults. The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure. If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Owen Jones, Principal – o.jones@northampton-academy.org
Closing Date: Monday, 23rd September 2025 at 23.59pm
Responsibilities
* Contribute to the Drama department and participate in productions alongside the Performing Arts team.
* Deliver engaging Drama lessons that support students to achieve high standards.
* Work within the School's new schemes of work, focusing on leadership, literacy and oracy opportunities.
Qualifications
* Enthusiastic, student-centred approach.
* Ability to work within a team and support a broad Performing Arts program.
Job details
* Employment type: Full-time
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Industry/Field: Education and Training
Northampton, England, United Kingdom
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