Dance & Drama Teacher

Position

Dance & Drama Teacher / Stoke-on-Trent / May Half-Term Start / Fixed-Term

Are you a qualified Dance and/or Drama Teacher looking for a stable, long-term role in a supportive secondary school?

Academics are working with a welcoming school in Newcastle-under-Lyme, easily accessible from Stoke-on-Trent, who are seeking a committed teacher to join their team from May half-term. This is a full-time maternity cover, initially running through to Christmas 2026, with potential for extension for the right candidate.

• Teaching Dance and Drama across KS3 and KS4
• KS5 teaching desirable but not essential
• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons
• Full planning, teaching and assessment responsibilities
• Track and monitor student progress, providing feedback and support

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in Drama/Dance or a related subject (essential)
• Have recent experience teaching Dance and/or Drama in UK secondary schools
• Be confident teaching KS3 and KS4 (KS5 benefifical)
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and behaviour strategies
• Be reliable, professional, and able to commit to a long-term placement
• Hold (or be willing to apply for) an enhanced DBS

• Competitive daily rates of £150-£230, paid to you weekly (DOE)
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities in local schools
• A dedicated consultant who understands your specialism
• Support with CVs, interviews, and compliance
• Long-term stability with potential for extension
• A referral scheme, paying you up to £125 for every successful recommendation
• Honest, transparent communication — no pressure placements

If you’re a passionate Dance & Drama teacher looking for consistency, stability, and a school where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and we'll get in contact!