Drama Teacher - Supportive School in Leicester

We are thrilled to be collaborating with a respected mixed secondary school in Leicestershire in their recruitment for an Early Career Drama Teacher , commencing in January . This role is full-time and permanent , delivering Drama / Theatre Studies across Key Stages 3–5 , including GCSE and A-Level.

About the Role
You will bring creativity and energy into Drama lessons, guiding students in performance, script work, devising, and theatre theory. The department is supportive and forward-looking, allowing you to develop your teaching style within a collaborative framework. You will be encouraged to lead extra-curricular drama clubs, produce school shows, and contribute to the school’s performing arts calendar.

Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone who:

• Holds QTS, PGCE , or equivalent qualification
• Demonstrates passion and subject knowledge in Drama / Theatre Studies
• Is ready to teach GCSE and/or A-Level Drama (or is eager to grow into that area)
• Is imaginative, organised, student-focused, and committed to improving their practice
• Has the legal right to work in the UK

The School
Located in a semi-rural area near Market Harborough, this academy is home to approximately 1,200 pupils aged 11–19. The school is rated Good by Ofsted, reflecting sound academic leadership, teaching standards, and pupil welfare.

Drama is held in a dedicated performance suite with a black box theatre, lighting rig, and sound equipment. Rehearsal spaces, storage for costumes/props, and workshop areas are available to support both curricular and co curricular work.

Staff describe the environment as collaborative, with a commitment to creative subject growth and innovation. There is ongoing CPD, a mentoring system for ECTs, departmental planning time, and a senior leadership team keen to support the arts within the school.

Salary & Benefits
This post aligns with the MPS scale for ECTs, with structured progression. Staff benefit from free parking, regular CPD, and the chance to influence the creative life of a rapidly developing school.

How to Apply
To apply for this Drama Teacher (ECT) role, please send your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Early applications are welcomed, with interviews arranged on a rolling basis.