Supply Drama Teacher – Secondary School

Supply Drama Teacher – Secondary School | March 2026 Start

Location:

Cheltenham

Contract:

Supply/ Full‑time (Monday-Friday)

Hours:

8:30am – 3:30pm
Salary:
Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Are you a creative Drama teacher looking for a flexible role that fits around your lifestyle? We’re seeking enthusiastic and adaptable Supply Drama Teachers to support secondary schools across Cheltenham. While there is steady demand for Drama specialists, we also welcome teachers from related performing arts backgrounds who can deliver confident, engaging cover when required. Supply teaching offers the opportunity to achieve a healthier work-life balance, experience a variety of school environments, and continue developing your craft‑without the additional responsibilities of a permanent post.

Many supply placements naturally progress into long‑term or permanent roles, giving you both flexibility and clear routes for professional growth.

This Cheltenham school fosters a supportive, inclusive, and aspirational atmosphere where students are encouraged to express themselves, collaborate, and build confidence on stage and in the classroom. Guided by strong values, learners are inspired to think critically, communicate with impact, and explore the social, historical, and cultural context of performance. A well‑planned Drama curriculum‑delivered by passionate practitioners‑helps students refine their voice, movement, and character work, whilst strengthening analytical and evaluative skills through scripted text and devised pieces.

Beyond timetabled lessons, pupils benefit from a vibrant co‑curricular offer including theatre clubs, showcases, workshops, and community projects‑nurturing personal growth within a culture of respect, creativity, and shared ambition.

• A warm, values‑led community where staff and students feel supported
• A positive culture built on mutual respect, high expectations, and strong relationships
• Excellent pastoral systems prioritising wellbeing, confidence, and character
• Leadership invested in staff development, ongoing training, and wellbeing
• A forward‑thinking school serving families across the Cheltenham area

As a Supply Drama Teacher, you will deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons across KS3 and KS4. You’ll bring secure subject knowledge, adaptability, and a calm, professional presence to every classroom and studio space. Your teaching will help students develop vocal and physical technique, ensemble skills, and confidence in performance, as well as analytical understanding of key texts, practitioners, and theatre styles. You will quickly establish clear routines, promote purposeful rehearsal and reflection, and inspire students to enjoy Drama while taking pride in their progress.

Your contribution will support the school’s commitment to high‑quality teaching and a broad, ambitious curriculum.

• Teach dynamic, curriculum‑aligned Drama lessons for KS3 and KS4 (scripted and devised)
• Develop students’ performance technique, evaluative writing, and rehearsal discipline
• Follow school policies, lesson plans, and departmental schemes of work
• Maintain an organised, safe, and purposeful classroom/studio environment
• Encourage creativity, collaboration, confidence, and constructive critique
• Provide targeted support for students who need help with confidence, literacy, or behaviour
• Contribute positively to the school’s inclusive, community‑focused ethos
• Promote high standards in practical work, portfolio evidence, and independent study

• QTS or relevant secondary Drama/Performing Arts teaching experience
• Strong behaviour management and clear, confident communication
• Ability to inspire, stretch, and support learners across mixed abilities
• A positive, flexible, and proactive approach‑equally effective with scripted text and devising
• Genuine passion for Drama and helping young people find their creative voice
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and the school’s values
• Secondary experience preferred; ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply

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