Drama Teacher

Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: Immediate
Location: Chelmsford, Essex

We are delighted to invite applications for a talented, inspiring, and committed Teacher of Drama to join our forward-thinking and creative school in Chelmsford. This is an exciting opportunity for a drama specialist who is passionate about the performing arts and believes in the power of drama to build confidence, creativity, communication skills, and empathy in young people.

Our school has a strong sense of community and places high value on creativity, inclusion, and student voice. The performing arts are a well-established and respected part of the curriculum, with excellent uptake at Key Stage 4 and growing interest at Key Stage
5. Students are enthusiastic, curious, and eager to participate in performances both in and beyond the classroom.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with KS5 opportunities for the right candidate)

• Design and teach engaging schemes of work that balance practical performance, theory, and evaluation

• Use a range of teaching approaches, practitioners, and styles to inspire students of all abilities

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students feel confident to take creative risks

• Assess, track, and support student progress effectively

• Play a key role in school productions, showcases, and extracurricular drama clubs, helping to enrich the wider cultural life of the school

• Contribute positively to the Performing Arts department and the school community as a whole

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is working towards it

• Has strong subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for Drama and theatre

• Is a reflective and creative practitioner with high expectations of students

• Can motivate, challenge, and support learners of all backgrounds and abilities

• Is organised, proactive, and eager to contribute beyond the classroom

• Is open to professional development and collaboration

Early Career Teachers are warmly encouraged to apply, as strong mentoring and support will be provided.

• A welcoming, supportive, and collaborative working environment

• A well-resourced drama space and access to performance facilities

• Supportive leadership with a strong commitment to staff wellbeing

• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression

• Enthusiastic students who enjoy drama and value creative expression