Role: Teacher of Drama – KS3–KS5, depending on experience
Location: Colchester, Essex
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
An independent secondary school in Colchester is seeking an enthusiastic Drama Teacher to join its creative arts department in January. The school is looking for someone who can deliver engaging practical lessons and help pupils develop performance skills, confidence and an appreciation of theatre.
The Role
Teach Drama across KS3 and KS4, with post-16 teaching depending on experience.
Deliver practical work in devising, improvisation, scripted performance and theatre-making.
Teach pupils how to analyse performances and evaluate their own work.
Support examination classes with practical and written components.
Contribute to school productions, showcases and extracurricular drama activities.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across the creative arts.
The Candidate
Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
Has strong Drama subject knowledge and practical expertise.
Can manage rehearsal activities safely and maintain purposeful routines.
Is committed to developing pupils' creativity and confidence.
The Environment
The school values academic progress alongside creative opportunities. The successful candidate will join a supportive department and have scope to contribute to performances and wider enrichment.
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