QTS Drama Teacher

South West/ permanent / £32,916 - 45,352 per year dependent upon experience

Drama Teacher – January 2027 – North Wiltshire

Location: North Wiltshire / Chippenham / Bath area
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

TeacherActive are recruiting an enthusiastic and creative Drama Teacher for a well-established, supportive secondary school in North Wiltshire, starting January 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where the performing arts are valued and creativity is encouraged. You'll be working with a supportive team, delivering engaging Drama lessons and helping students develop confidence, communication and performance skills.

The Role

  • Teach Drama across KS3, KS4 and KS5.

  • Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons.

  • Inspire students through practical performance and theatrical techniques.

  • Support school productions and extracurricular activities.

  • Maintain positive behaviour and high expectations in the classroom.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

  • Has experience teaching Drama at secondary level.

  • Is passionate about theatre and performing arts.

  • Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

  • Is enthusiastic, creative and committed to student development.

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome to apply.

Why TeacherActive?

  • Competitive rates of pay.

  • Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.

  • Opportunities across Wiltshire, Bath and Swindon.

  • A straightforward, supportive recruitment process.

Interested?

If you're a qualified Drama Teacher looking for a fresh opportunity this January, I'd love to hear from you.

Contact David Dent: 0117 223 2200 at TeacherActive [email protected] for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration is subject to the relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Agency and Employment Business.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.