At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging Drama lessons and creative performances.
- Company: Ambitious secondary school in Dagenham with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a welcoming leadership team.
- Other info: Join a well-resourced department with opportunities for extra-curricular involvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' creativity and confidence in the Performing Arts.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching Drama in a secondary school.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
- Overview
- Drama Teacher - Maternity Cover
Location
Dagenham, East London.
Start Date
September 2026.
Contract
Full-Time, Maternity Cover.
Salary
MPS/UPS (Outer London).
Recruiter
Principal Education.
- An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in
- Dagenham is seeking an enthusiastic and creative
- Drama Teacher to join its Performing Arts department on a full-time maternity cover from
September 2026 .
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging Drama lessons that encourage creativity, confidence and performance skills.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs with a genuine passion for Drama education.
The Role
- Teach Drama across KS3 and KS4.
- Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire creativity and achievement.
- Assess, monitor and track student progress, providing timely feedback to support learning.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students can succeed.
- Contribute to extra-curricular Drama productions and wider Performing Arts activities where appropriate.
- Work collaboratively within a supportive and well-established department.
Qualifications
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Has experience teaching Drama in a UK secondary school.
- Demonstrates excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills.
- Has strong curriculum knowledge and a passion for Performing Arts.
- Is committed to raising attainment and supporting students of all abilities, including those with SEND and EAL.
- Has an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.
Benefits
- A welcoming and supportive leadership team.
- A well-resourced Performing Arts department.
- Excellent professional development opportunities.
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We think you need these skills to ace Drama Teacher
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Classroom Management
Behaviour Management
Curriculum Knowledge
Passion for Performing Arts
Creativity in Lesson Planning
Student Assessment and Monitoring
