Role: Teacher of Drama – KS3–KS5
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Contract: Full-time, maternity cover
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: MPS/UPS, dependent on experience
A performing arts-focused secondary academy in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Drama Teacher to join its creative arts department at short notice. The successful candidate will deliver practical and theoretical lessons, supporting pupils’ confidence, performance skills and understanding of theatre.
The Role
- Teach Drama across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 teaching where appropriate.
- Deliver practical workshops in performance, improvisation and character development.
- Teach theatre terminology, performance analysis and evaluation.
- Prepare pupils for practical assessments and written examination components.
- Support rehearsals, showcases and extracurricular performance activities.
The Candidate
- Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Has a strong background in Drama and performance.
- Can manage practical lessons safely and effectively.
- Encourages creativity while maintaining clear expectations for behaviour and progress.
The Environment
The school encourages creative participation and collaborative working. The successful teacher will join a department that values performance, practical learning and pupils’ artistic development.
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