Teacher Of Performing Arts

Teacher of Performing Arts

Location:

South Essex

Start Date:

September 2026
Salary: £35,317 - £54,063 (2-days pro‑rate)
Contract – Part-Time, Permanent.

Are you a passionate Teacher of Performing Arts who can inspire students through Music and Drama? Do you hold QTS or are you an ECT looking to develop your career within a thriving secondary school? Can you nurture students' skills in composition, performance and music literacy whilst delivering engaging lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5?

The school is looking to appoint a part‑time Teacher of Performing Arts on a permanent basis from September 2026. The successful Teacher of Performing Arts will teach across KS3, KS4 and KS5, with the KS3 Performing Arts curriculum comprising 80% Music and 20% Drama. The successful Teacher of Performing Arts will be able to teach and develop students' skills in composition, performance, keyboard, ukulele, notation and music literacy, whilst demonstrating strong practical musicianship across a range of genres and styles.

• QTS or ECT status
• Experience teaching Performing Arts across KS3, KS4 and KS5
• Strong practical musicianship across a range of genres and styles
• Ability to teach composition, performance, keyboard, ukulele, notation and music literacy
• Excellent classroom management skills
• A passion for inspiring creativity and student achievement

• Competitive salary of £35,317 - £54,063 (2-days pro‑rating)
• A supportive and welcoming school environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to high-quality CPD and training opportunities
• Collaborative and experienced leadership team

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