Drama Teacher

Drama Teacher Blackpool | Temporary | September 2026 Start | One Term

Drama Teacher Blackpool Secondary School

Start Date:

1st September 2026

Contract:

Full-Time, Temporary (One Term)

Pay: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

Hays Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Blackpool to recruit a passionate and creative Drama Teacher for a full-time teaching position starting on 1st September 2026. This temporary role is expected to run for the duration of the autumn term and offers an excellent opportunity to inspire students through the performing arts within a supportive school environment.

The Role As a Drama Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and imaginative lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping students develop their creativity, confidence and performance skills. The successful candidate will be expected to plan and deliver high-quality lessons, assess pupil progress, and contribute positively to the wider school community.

• Teach Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons that inspire students.
• Monitor, assess and report on pupil progress.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support extracurricular drama activities and school productions where appropriate.
• Uphold high standards of behaviour and classroom management.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Drama within a UK secondary school.
• A passion for the performing arts and student development.
• The ability to motivate and engage learners of varying abilities.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Hays.

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Dedicated support from your Hays Education consultant.
• Access to a wide range of CPD and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to gain experience within a well-regarded Blackpool secondary school.
• Holiday pay and pension contributions.
• Access to exclusive Hays Education vacancies across Lancashire and the North West.

Hays Education is a market-leading recruitment agency specialising in primary, secondary and SEN education. We work with schools across Lancashire and Blackpool to connect talented teachers with rewarding opportunities that match their skills, experience and career aspirations.