Teacher of Drama – Secondary Academy in Leeds (ASAP Start)
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Job Summary
A creative secondary academy in Leeds is seeking an inspiring Drama & Performing Arts Teacher to join its Expressive Arts faculty for an immediate (ASAP) start.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a practitioner passionate about theatrical performance stagecraft and building confidence in young people.
Job Overview
Drama plays a prominent role in this schools academic and co-curricular identity. The successful applicant will deliver practical and theoretical Drama lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE Drama / Vocational Performing Arts) with potential Key Stage 5 A-Level Drama and Theatre Studies delivery.
Working closely with the Expressive Arts department you will guide pupils through devizing script analysis theatrical design and live theatre evaluation while directing annual whole-school theatrical productions. This is a full-time ongoing or permanent role.
Key Responsibilities
Teach engaging practical and theoretical Drama lessons across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5
Direct and produce annual school plays musical theatre productions and showcase evenings
Guide GCSE and A-Level pupils through devized practical performances and written exam preparation
Maintain drama studio spaces lighting rigs sound equipment and costume inventories safely
Assess track and report on student progress across practical performance and written coursework
Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor supporting student wellbeing and personal development
The School & Whats on Offer
Immediate Start: Full-time long-term or permanent contract starting ASAP
Competitive Salary: Paid to scale on MPS/UPS
Facilities: Purpose-built drama studios fully equipped performance hall and modern lighting/sound rigs
Location: Prime Leeds location with excellent transport and road connections
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
Honors degree in Drama Theatre Studies Performing Arts or a closely related discipline
Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE/A-Level Drama outcomes
Experience directing extra-curricular theatrical productions and managing stage technical equipment
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply
Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Drama position in Leeds for an immediate start.
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