Drama Teacher

Position:
Drama Teacher

Location:

Southampton (near Bitterne)

Start Date:

Immediate or February 2026
Contract Type:
Long-term (until July 2026, with potential for permanent appointment)
Pay: £160 – £250 per day (depending on experience)

About the School

Join a well-established 11–16 academy in Southampton, celebrated for its ethos of “Aspire, Believe, Achieve” and its commitment to “Celebrating Diversity, Nurturing Talent, Inspiring Achievement”.
The school places strong emphasis on personal development, investing significantly in its facilities—such as a new library, state-of-the-art sports hall, and specialist performing artsstudios—to create a dynamic environment where students flourish.

About the Role

We are seeking a Drama Teacher to start immediately or from February 2026, continuing through July 2026. You’ll teach Drama to Key Stage 3 and 4 students, utilising excellent lesson plans and resources to deliver creative, inspiring lessons in performance, dramatic theory, and practical exploration.

Ideal Candidate

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Recent experience teaching Drama in UK secondary schools
Strong classroom management and organisational skills
A passion for Drama and the ability to inspire students through creative teaching

Experience with KS3 and KS4 Drama preferred
Collaborative and adaptable professionally
What You’ll Get

Competitive daily pay: £160 – £250 (dependant on experience)
Long-term engagement until July 2026, with opportunity for permanent appointment
A supportive, inclusive staff community with outstanding resources
CPD opportunities and strong potential for career progression

How to Apply

Contact Daniel on  or email your CV today.

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Please Note

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