Drama Teacher

Passionate Drama Teachers Needed – Inspire Young Minds in Northampton! 

Do you believe in the power of performance to transform lives? Are you a creative and confident Drama Teacher ready to bring energy and imagination to the classroom?

At Teaching Personnel, we are looking for skilled and enthusiastic Drama Teachers to work in schools across Northampton and nearby regions for the upcoming academic year. We offer a variety of contracts, including short-term supply, long-term roles, and full- or part-time opportunities—ideal for teachers seeking flexibility and variety.

We support a network of mainstream and specialist schools that value the arts as a key part of their curriculum. Your role will be to foster a safe and expressive environment where students can explore identity, culture, and creativity through drama.

As a Drama Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons based on the national curriculum.

• Help students develop confidence, teamwork, and public speaking skills.

• Lead or support extracurricular productions, performances, and drama clubs.

Ideal candidates will have:

• QTS or relevant teaching/industry experience.

• A background in performing arts, theatre, or drama education.

• A passion for nurturing talent and encouraging creative thinking.

Teaching Personnel offers:

• Excellent rates of pay.

• Professional development opportunities.

• A consultant-led experience with dedicated support every step of the way.

If you’re ready to make a real impact through the arts, apply now to start your teaching journey with us. Let’s bring stages to life together!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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