Job Description

Academics are currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Drama teacher for one of our highly regarded secondary schools in West Leeds. This will be a long term position starting after the February half term and will run until the end of the academic year, with the possibility of a direct contract from September 2025. This is an exciting position for those that are looking to take the next step in their teaching career!

In the schools most recent Ofsted report the teachers were praised for being ambitious and having high subject knowledge. Pupils were praised for displaying excellent behaviour, as well as being polite and courteous towards other students and members of staff.

As a Drama teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering high quality lessons to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, preparing students for any upcoming exams and assessments, and contributing towards extracurricular activities such as school productions and Drama clubs.

The Ideal candidate must have the following:

• A Drama related degree along with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 Drama in a Secondary setting
• Right to work in the UK
• A enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply for one)
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A passion for Drama and making a positive impact on student's lives

Academics are a well-established recruitment company with over 20 branches across the UK, you will be represented by one of our experienced consultants here in the Leeds branch that will assist you every step of the way in achieving your career objectives.

We also offer weekly pay that is paid to scale through PAYE. On top of this we can offer additional safeguarding and CPD courses free of charge!

If the role of a Drama teacher at this fantastic school in West Yorkshire sounds like the perfect next step in your career, please apply today!