Drama Graduate Trainee Teacher

Drama Graduate Trainee Teacher

Are you a Drama graduate with ambitions of becoming a qualified teacher?

Would you relish the opportunity to train in a thriving London secondary school while earning a salary and gaining invaluable classroom experience?

Could this Graduate Drama Trainee Teacher opportunity be the perfect first step towards a long-term career in education?

Graduate Drama Trainee Teacher – London
Full-time | September 2026 Start
Salary:
Up to £32,000 | Teacher Training Opportunity

A high-achieving secondary school in London is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Graduate Drama Trainee Teacher to join its thriving Performing Arts department from September 2026.

This exciting opportunity is designed for an ambitious Drama graduate who is passionate about inspiring young people and is keen to pursue Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) through a school-based teacher training route. You will receive exceptional mentoring from experienced teachers while developing the skills, confidence and experience needed to become an outstanding educator.

From your first day, you will become an integral member of the Performing Arts team, supporting pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 before gradually taking responsibility for planning and delivering engaging Drama lessons. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to school productions, drama clubs and enrichment activities, helping students develop confidence, creativity and communication skills both on and off the stage.

The school has an excellent reputation for developing aspiring teachers, offering structured training, personalised mentoring and clear progression into fully qualified teaching roles.

• A 2:1 degree or above in Drama, Theatre Studies or a closely related subject.
• A genuine ambition to become a secondary Drama Teacher.
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence working with young people and the ability to inspire creativity.
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• A commitment to making a positive difference to students' learning and personal development.

• A fully supported school-based teacher training pathway leading to QTS.
• Salary of up to £32,000 while you train.
• Outstanding mentoring from experienced Drama teachers and senior leaders.
• Modern Performing Arts facilities including theatre and rehearsal spaces.
• Excellent career progression with opportunities to secure a permanent teaching role.
• A welcoming and collaborative school community where professional development is genuinely valued.

If you're ready to transform your passion for Drama into a rewarding teaching career, this is an exceptional opportunity to begin your journey in one of London's most supportive and forward‑thinking secondary schools.

Apply today by sending your CV to Ryan at KPI Education. Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.

Graduate Drama Trainee Teacher – London | September 2026 Start | Up to £32,000 | School‑Based Teacher Training | Apply Now