Drama Teacher

East Ham Full-Time 28800 - 48000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Do you have a passion for performance and creativity? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Drama Teacher to join a vibrant Performing Arts department and inspire students to express themselves with confidence and imagination.

Job Details

As a Drama Teacher, you will deliver engaging and high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach GCSE or A-Level Drama and Theatre depending on experience. You’ll foster students’ confidence, collaboration, and creativity through performance, script work, improvisation, and theatre studies. The position begins in September 2025.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging drama lessons that develop performance skills and theatrical knowledge
Prepare students for practical assessments and written examinations
Organise and direct school productions, showcases, or performances
Support students in developing teamwork, confidence, and communication skills
Contribute to an enriching extra-curricular drama program
Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
A degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, or a related discipline
Experience teaching Drama at secondary level (NQTs/ECTs are welcome to apply)
A passion for theatre, performance, and student development
Excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills
Willingness to contribute to school life beyond the classroom

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, based in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations upon registration.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. You also gain access to exclusive deals, including discounted shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Our pay portal provides comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services to support your overall health.

Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher, and both of you could win a holiday worth up to £1000. If you know anyone seeking temporary, permanent, or supply work, contact us today!

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Drama Teacher employer: Step Teachers

Step Teachers is an exceptional employer for those passionate about education and the performing arts, offering a supportive and vibrant work culture that encourages creativity and collaboration. With a commitment to professional development, teachers can thrive in an environment that values their contributions and provides opportunities for growth, all while enjoying exclusive benefits such as discounted shopping and wellness services. Located across various regions, including North London and East Anglia, Step Teachers fosters strong relationships with schools, ensuring a rewarding experience for educators dedicated to inspiring the next generation.