English & Drama Teacher

Location: Canons Park

Contract Type:
Full Time, Permanent

Start Date:

March 2026

Location:

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, London, UK
Salary: £34,398 – £52,490 per annum (M1 - U3)
Hours of Work: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Term Time Only)

About the Role

Teach-Now is working in partnership with a highly regarded secondary academy school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire to recruit a passionate and creative English & Drama Teacher. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity starting in March 2026, ideal for a teacher who loves inspiring young people through language, literature, and performance.

The school was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (January 2023) and is widely recognised for its strong, supportive leadership and positive staff culture. Staff are valued, well-supported, and encouraged to develop professionally, making this a genuinely great place to work.

You will teach English and Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to contribute to Key Stage 5 depending on experience. The department is collaborative, well-resourced, and enthusiastic about creative teaching approaches and enrichment.

Teaching & Learning Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured English and Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Teach in line with the national curriculum and examination specifications

• Use a range of strategies to meet diverse learning needs and abilities

• Set high expectations for behaviour, engagement, and achievement

• Assess, track, and report on pupil progress in line with school policy

Curriculum & Wider Contribution

• Contribute to the ongoing development of English and Drama curricula

• Support shared planning, schemes of work, and moderation activities

• Take an active role in extracurricular opportunities such as school productions, drama clubs, and enrichment events

• Work collaboratively within a strong, forward-thinking department

Pastoral & Professional Duties

• Act as a form tutor if required, supporting students’ wellbeing and progress

• Build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues

• Uphold safeguarding, equality, and behaviour policies

• Engage fully in CPD and performance management processes

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Degree in English, Drama, or a related subject

• Ability to teach English and Drama at KS3 and KS4

• Strong classroom management and subject knowledge

Desirable:

• GCSE and/or A-Level teaching experience

• Experience directing or supporting school productions

Why This School?

• Supportive, visible leadership team

• Positive staff culture and excellent CPD

• Strong focus on creativity, inclusion, and student achievement

Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary of £52,490 is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to U3.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process:

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance