Drama Teacher

Drama Teacher
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Start Date: 13th April 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Supply
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a secondary school in the Corby area of Northamptonshire to recruit a full-time Drama Teacher for a long-term supply position starting 13th April 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and creative individual to join a supportive school environment and inspire students through engaging and expressive Drama lessons.

The Role

The successful candidate will deliver Drama lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, helping students develop confidence, creativity, and performance skills.

This is a full teaching role, meaning the successful candidate will be responsible for full planning, preparation, marking, and assessment, as well as contributing positively to the wider performing arts provision within the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Plan and prepare lessons in line with the school curriculum

• Mark and assess student work and monitor progress

• Encourage creativity, collaboration, and confidence through performance and practical learning

• Contribute to the wider Performing Arts department and school community

The School

• Supportive and welcoming secondary school in the Corby area

• Collaborative staff team and well-established Performing Arts provision

• Positive learning environment with a strong focus on student engagement

• Accessible location within Northamptonshire

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) desirable but not essential

• Candidates with relevant Drama or performing arts experience are encouraged to apply

• Passion for inspiring students through drama and performance

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Ability to commit to a full-time long-term role including planning and marking

What Teaching Personnel Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

• Access to professional development opportunities

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive secondary school

If you are a passionate Drama specialist looking for a full-time long-term teaching opportunity starting after Easter, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to be considered for this exciting opportunity starting April 2026.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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