A school with a thriving arts and media culture.
Job Title: Drama Teacher
Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent
School Type: Secondary
Location: Coventry
Pay: £42,000 – £47,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time
Job Description
This inspiring Drama Teacher role is about nurturing self-expression, teamwork, and resilience through the performing arts. Teaching across KS3 and KS4, you’ll guide students in exploring story, character, and voice, while preparing them for both practical and written GCSE drama assessments. You’ll strike a creative balance between structured direction and the freedom to explore. Your involvement might also include directing school plays, running drama clubs, and cultivating a school culture where every performance—big or small—is celebrated.
This role is ideal for someone who values personal growth and artistic life skills, empowering learners to step confidently into the spotlight and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver expressive and engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4
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Prepare students for both practical and written GCSE drama elements
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Lead productions and drama-based extracurriculars
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Champion confidence, collaboration, and creativity in every learner
Requirements
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QTS with a focus on drama or performing arts
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Practical experience in theatre or performance direction
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Strong classroom management skills paired with imaginative teaching
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Ability to inspire trust and confidence in a diverse group of students
About the School
This Coventry secondary school—rated Good—is celebrated for its vibrant performing arts programme. With frequent productions, workshops, and community theatre collaborations, drama is woven into school life.
The school champions holistic learning—By pairing academic excellence with creative exploration, it helps students develop both confidence and artistic flair. Drama GCSE results are strong and rising, positioning the subject as a highlight in the school’s curriculum.
Teachers benefit from a nurturing, supportive environment, working alongside colleagues in media, history, and literature to create cross-discipline learning that resonates with creativity. This school is a place where individuality is celebrated and artistic risk‑taking is encouraged.
Why Milestone?
Milestone Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our HR and Safeguarding team will support you at every step