Job Description
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Drama teacher - immediate start
A creative, enthusiastic, and student-centred Drama specialist with extensive experience teaching KS3 Drama and supporting wider Performing Arts provision. Skilled in delivering engaging, high-energy lessons that nurture confidence, collaboration, and imagination. Competent in delivering pre-planned Music lessons and maintaining strong behaviour management practices aligned with school policies.
Committed to fostering a supportive classroom culture where all students can express themselves, develop performance skills, and make excellent progress. Available for an immediate start and fully prepared to support a high school in Bury St Edmunds on an initial contract until Easter, with the flexibility to continue longer-term for the right fit.
Key Skills & Strengths
* KS3 Drama curriculum knowledge
* Strong classroom and behaviour management
* Delivering high-quality, pre-planned Music lessons
* Creative lesson delivery & practical workshop leadership
* Clear communication with staff and students
Preferred experience
* Delivered KS3 Drama across mixed-ability groups using engaging, practical teaching approaches.
* Led activities including improvisation, physical theatre, scriptwork, devising, and character development.
* Collaborated with Performing Arts departments on showcases and class performances.
* Delivered pre-planned Music lessons, ensuring continuity of curriculum and positive learning experiences. xkybehq
* Maintained excellent behaviour management through consistent routines and expectations.
Preferred academic background
BA (Hons) Drama / Performing Arts / Theatre Studies
PGCE / QTS / Other Teaching Qualification (if applicable)
Professional Certifications
* Enhanced DBS on the update service
* Right to Work in the UK
* Safeguarding training (current)
Availability
* Immediate start
* Available 4 days per week
* Initial contract until Easter, with willingness to continue if extended