- ECT Drama Teacher required full-time from January 2026
- Catholic co-educational secondary school (ages 1116)
- Join a valued Drama / Performing Arts department with strong GCSE provision
We are seeking an Early Career Drama Teacher to join a committed and ambitious Catholic school in Herefordshire. You will deliver Drama across KS3 & KS4 and may have opportunity to support GCSE Drama or extra-curricular theatrical productions. You will benefit from a structured induction programme mentoring from experienced colleagues and the chance to contribute to a vibrant creative department. Applications are welcome from newly qualified teachers or early career candidates with a recognised teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent) and the legal right to work in the UK.
Experience & Qualifications
- ECT Drama Teacher (PGCE or equivalent completed)
- Strong subject knowledge in Drama / Theatre Studies with enthusiasm for performance devising and analysis
- Ability to differentiate engage and challenge students of varying ability
- Reflective resilient and passionate about creative teaching
- Legal right to work in the UK
School Information
- The school is a Roman Catholic voluntary aided secondary school for ages 1116.
- Known locally as one of the best state schools in Herefordshire for GCSE performance in recent years (often ranking top in local results)
- The Drama department follows the AQA GCSE Drama specification. Students have five hours of curriculum time every two weeks for Drama at GCSE
- Extra-curricular opportunities include annual school productions involving students both on stage and behind the scenes and regular visits to theatres in Hereford and surrounding counties
- The school emphasises cultural capital promoting enrichment through trips arts exposure and performance opportunities as part of its curriculum vision
- The campus combines traditional buildings with modern classrooms and specialist spaces and is appreciated locally for its beautiful surroundings and community ethos
Key Highlights
- Exceptional opportunity to start your teaching career in a supportive Catholic school with strong creative provision
- Structured ECT programme regular mentoring and ongoing CPD support
- Chance to contribute to school productions drama clubs and enriching student experience
- Students are respectful motivated and keen to engage in the arts
- Beautiful rural location within reach of cultural hubs and theatres
Salary
Paid to the early career / independent school scale appropriate to the role
Application
To be considered for this ECT Drama Teacher role please forward your CV as soon as possible.