Drama Teacher

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference Drama26_1775142010
Closing date May 3, 2026
Location Bradford, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Veritas Education is recruiting an inspiring and creative Part-Time Drama Teacher to work within one of our welcoming secondary schools in the Kirklees area. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate practitioner to deliver high-quality Drama lessons and contribute to the wider creative arts curriculum.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons that encourage confidence, collaboration, and creativity. You will work closely with the Performing Arts department to support curriculum development and ensure high standards of teaching and learning.

This role is suitable for:

  • Experienced Drama Teachers
  • Early Career Teachers with a specialism in Drama
  • Teachers seeking a part-time role within a supportive school environment

    • Key Responsibilities

  • Planning and delivering engaging Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4
  • Preparing students for assessments and practical performances
  • Creating a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports pupil participation
  • Contributing to departmental planning and extracurricular activities where appropriate
  • Managing behaviour in line with school and DfE policies
  • Ensuring safeguarding and compliance procedures are always followed

    • Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
  • Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Drama and the arts
  • Ability to inspire and motivate students of all abilities
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills
  • A professional approach aligned with school and DfE guidelines
  • A valid enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

    • What Veritas Education Offers

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Long-term part-time opportunities within supportive schools
  • CPD and professional development support
  • A dedicated consultant for Kirklees & Wakefield secondary education
  • Opportunities for progression and additional roles within our partner schools

    • If you are an enthusiastic Drama specialist looking for a part-time role where you can make a meaningful impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

    To apply, please send your CV or contact Veritas Education for further information.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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