Teacher of Drama

Teacher of Drama The Streetly Academy

Date posted:
Thursday 15 January 2026

Closing date:
Sunday 1 February 2026

Start Date:

Summer Term / April 2026

Salary: MPS + benefits

Contract Term:
Permanent

Contract Type:
Full Time

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and creative Teacher of Drama to join our successful and well‑established Drama department. This vacancy has arisen due to an internal promotion to the Senior Leadership Team, and therefore represents an exciting opportunity to join the school mid‑year.

The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality Drama lessons across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, ignite a passion for performance and creativity, and contribute to a culture of excellence and expression. Drama is a valued subject at The Streetly Academy, with strong senior leadership support and excellent outcomes at GCSE and A Level.

At Key Stage 3, Drama is taught for one lesson per week, providing students with a broad and engaging foundation. At Key Stage 4 and 5, students follow the OCR GCSE/A Level Drama specification. Experience of teaching OCR is desirable but not essential; however, a working knowledge of the specification would be advantageous.

The Academy offers a unique blend of tradition and forward‑thinking practice, seeking the highest standards of behaviour and appearance while embracing new technologies and continuously improving teaching, learning and assessment. We are proud of our sport specialism and our PRIDE values, rooted in the Olympic and Paralympic values, which underpin all aspects of academy life.

A strong commitment to the Arts is evident through our rich extracurricular provision, including school plays, musicians and drama clubs, where we collaborate with the Dance and Music departments; the successful candidate will be expected to

• A considerate employer with regard for your well‑being and priorities
• A health care plan covering dental, physiotherapy and eye care, alongside counselling and fast‑track consultant appointments
• Excellent professional development and clear opportunities for progression through our extensive CPD programme
• Chromebook devices for all staff and students to support innovative teaching and reduce workload
• Friendly, supportive colleagues and a collaborative departmental culture
• Polite, well‑mannered students who take pride in their appearance and achievements
• A wide variety of clubs, trips, events and enrichment opportunities
• Free onsite parking and access to our onsite gym and padel tennis courts

• An enthusiastic and inventive Teacher of Drama with the ability to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, and a willingness to teach at Key Stage 5
• A committed team player with a passion for Drama and the wider performing arts, who can bring creativity and energy to the classroom
• A teacher who is fully prepared to engage in extracurricular activities, including drama clubs, school plays and musical productions
• An individual committed to delivering active and engaging learning that motivates and inspires young people
• A teacher who can set targets that stretch and challenge students of all abilities and backgrounds
• A professional with a strong commitment to their own continued professional development
• The ability to teach another performing arts subject would be an advantage

The successful applicant will be supported by an excellent department and will have the opportunity to complete the Level 1 TEEP (Teacher Effectiveness Enhancement Programme) as part of their professional development.

If you are looking to join a progressive school and a department that thrives on teamwork, good humour and high standards please visit our website at

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 1st February 2026. Interviews will take place week commencing 9 February 2026.

We warmly welcome visits to the school—please do take the opportunity to see The Streetly Academy at work.

The Streetly Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Online searches will be carried out as part of due diligence checks for shortlisted candidates. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and a prohibition from teaching check.