Drama Teacher

Drama Teacher – Doncaster

Location: Doncaster
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Supply / Temporary
Working Pattern: Full-time or flexible opportunities

Job Description

PK Education are recruiting for a qualified and enthusiastic Drama Teacher to work within a well-established secondary school in Doncaster.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and passionate Drama specialist looking to join a school where Performing Arts plays an important role in the curriculum.

The school has a dedicated Performing Arts department covering Drama, Music and Dance, with students encouraged to develop their confidence, creativity and performance skills. Drama is taught across KS3 and KS4, with students having the opportunity to progress onto the BTEC Performing Arts qualification, specialising in Acting.

The school benefits from a modern, purpose-built learning environment, including flexible teaching spaces and specialist Performing Arts facilities. Its practical approach to Drama encourages students to explore acting techniques, character development, script work and live performance.

The successful candidate will be confident delivering engaging practical and theory-based Drama lessons, inspiring students of different abilities and creating an environment where young people feel comfortable expressing themselves.

The Role

• Teaching Drama across KS3 and KS4
• Delivering engaging and creative practical Drama lessons
• Supporting students studying BTEC Performing Arts, including the Acting pathway
• Developing students' skills in performance, improvisation, characterisation and script analysis
• Encouraging creativity, teamwork, confidence and self-expression
• Planning and delivering lessons in line with the existing curriculum
• Supporting students with practical assessments and performance work
• Maintaining positive classroom behaviour and an inclusive learning environment
• Working collaboratively with the Performing Arts department

The Ideal Candidate

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Have experience teaching Drama within a UK secondary school
• Confident delivering Drama across KS3 and KS4
• Experience teaching BTEC Performing Arts would be advantageous
• Have strong practical Drama knowledge and an enthusiasm for performance
• Be creative, engaging and confident managing practical classroom activities
• Have excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS Check

Why Is This a Great Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to work within a secondary school that values creative education and offers students a broad Performing Arts curriculum.

Drama students develop their skills through practical activities including role-play, improvisation, ensemble work and scripted performances, progressing towards more advanced acting and performance techniques.

The school's modern facilities and established Performing Arts curriculum provide an excellent environment for a Drama Teacher who enjoys bringing lessons to life and helping students develop their confidence both on and off the stage.

Why Choose PK Education?

• PK Education is a leading local teaching agency, established in 2005
• Excellent competitive daily rates
• Flexible short-term and long-term teaching opportunities
• Opportunities to work within established secondary schools across Doncaster
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
• A team with extensive knowledge of local schools and the education sector

Already signed to another agency – what's the difference?

PK Education is offering QTS, PGCE & ECT holders a £500 bonus after you switch agency and complete 30 days of work!

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If you're a qualified Drama Teacher looking for your next teaching opportunity in Doncaster, we'd love to hear from you.

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