Secondary Drama Teacher
About the company
Chester - January Start Academics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking an inspiring, dynamic, and passionate Secondary Drama Teacher for January opportunities across supportive secondary schools in Chester.
Your tasks
Drama is a vibrant subject that empowers students through creative expression, confidence building, performance technique, and critical evaluation. Secondary schools across Chester seek dedicated drama specialists who can ignite imagination, master performance dynamics, and drive pupil achievement across KS3 and GCSE Drama. Whether you are seeking a long-term position or flexible supply to kickstart the new term, we want to hear from you if you are preparing for a January start in Chester.
Deliver & Engage: Plan and deliver engaging Drama and Performing Arts lessons across KS3 and KS4 (with KS5 opportunities available for subject specialists).
Performance & Production: Facilitate practical acting workshops, script work, improvisation, and theatrical design while supporting extracurricular productions or drama clubs.
Classroom & Studio Control: Create a positive, highly collaborative studio environment where students feel confident to explore performance and express ideas.
Requirements
Qualifications: UK QTS with a degree in Drama, Performing Arts, Theatre Studies, or a related discipline.
Subject Knowledge: Strong command of the UK National Curriculum for Drama across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE exam board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR).
Studio Management: High confidence in managing drama studio spaces, staging, lighting/sound equipment, and practical group rehearsals.
Compliance & Location: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to apply) and the ability to commute around Chester and surrounding Cheshire West areas.
What we offer
Why Join Academics? Advance Planning: Secure your post now to ensure seamless planning and transition for January.
Competitive Pay: Earn excellent daily/weekly rates paid directly through a simple online timesheet system.
Local Network: Access diverse high schools and academies across Chester with full support from a dedicated local consultant.
How to apply
Apply Today! Ready to secure your next role as a Secondary Drama Teacher in Chester for a January start?
Apply now by submitting your CV to fast-track your registration with Academics.
Other
Role Overview January Start: Secure your role ahead of the new term in January with full departmental integration.
Academics is committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must pass enhanced background checks.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.