Music & Drama Teacher - Daventry Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term with Potential to Become Permanent Salary: MPS/UPS - Dependent on Experience Are you a passionate Music & Drama Teacher who loves inspiring young people through creativity, performance, and the performing arts? Are you looking for your next opportunity in Daventry within a supportive school that values creativity, performance, and the development of confident, expressive students? We are currently working with a welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in Daventry, who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Music & Drama Teacher to start ASAP. This is a fantastic long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The school is looking for a dedicated teacher who can become an integral part of the department and make a lasting contribution to students' creative, academic, and personal development. The Role As a Music & Drama Teacher, you will: Deliver engaging and well-planned Music and Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4 Teach a varied curriculum covering performance, composition, musical theory, drama, acting, devising, and analysis Inspire students to explore different musical styles, genres, theatrical techniques, and performance traditions Develop students' confidence, creativity, communication, and performance skills Prepare students effectively for GCSE Music and/or Drama, where applicable Encourage participation in choirs, bands, ensembles, productions, concerts, and extracurricular clubs Use practical, creative, and collaborative teaching approaches to engage students of all abilities Contribute to school productions, performances, concerts, and wider arts events Create an inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident expressing themselves Work collaboratively with colleagues to further develop the school's performing arts provision Build positive relationships with students and support them to achieve their full potential Who We're Looking For We're keen to hear from Music & Drama Teachers who: Hold QTS, QTLS, or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification Have strong subject knowledge across Music, Drama, or Performing Arts Are confident delivering both practical and theoretical lessons Can inspire students through engaging, creative, and performance-based teaching Have strong classroom management skills and maintain high expectations Are enthusiastic about contributing to extracurricular activities and school productions Have a genuine passion for the performing arts and helping young people develop their confidence Work well as part of a collaborative and supportive department Are committed to supporting students of all abilities and backgrounds Are looking for a long-term position with the potential to secure a permanent role ECTs are encouraged to apply, with supportive schools offering mentoring and professional development. What You Can Expect Immediate start available Long-term position with potential to become permanent Full-time teaching opportunity Competitive salary in line with MPS/UPS, dependent on experience The opportunity to become a valued and established member of the school community Access to specialist music, drama, and performing arts facilities Opportunities to contribute to school productions, concerts, ensembles, and extracurricular clubs Excellent CPD and career development opportunities A collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged Support from a dedicated education consultant throughout the recruitment process A Fantastic Long-Term Opportunity This is more than simply a short-term teaching position. The school is looking for someone who can build strong relationships, become part of the wider school community, and potentially secure a permanent position following a successful period on a long-term basis. If you're an enthusiastic Music & Drama Teacher looking for a new challenge in Daventry, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a school where your creativity, expertise, and passion for the performing arts can make a genuine difference. Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for your next long-term role or an ECT looking to establish your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to explore this Music & Drama Teacher opportunity in Daventry, starting ASAP, with the potential for a permanent position. #INDNOR
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