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Drama Teacher
Location: Canterbury
Salary: £120 – £250 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent, Full-time
Are you a creative and enthusiastic Drama Teacher looking for your next opportunity? GSL Education Kent is pleased to be recruiting for a full-time Drama Teacher to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Canterbury starting this September. This role is offered on a temporary-to-permanent basis and is ideal for a passionate Drama Teacher eager to bring the stage to life in the classroom.
The school is recognised for its nurturing environment and strong pastoral care. It promotes academic excellence while valuing character development, creativity, and community engagement. As a Drama Teacher, you will become part of a supportive department that values innovative teaching and student expression through performance.
As a Teacher of Drama, your role will include:
• Planning and delivering engaging and imaginative drama lessons that ignite creativity and build confidence.
• Preparing students for practical assessments and performances.
• Encouraging participation in extracurricular drama activities and school productions.
• Assessing and monitoring student progress, offering tailored feedback and support.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop cross-curricular links and creative projects.
To be considered for the Drama Teacher role, you must:
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification.
• Have experience teaching Drama in a school setting.
• Be passionate about performance arts and student engagement.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Be proactive, flexible, and committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences.
What GSL Education Offers:
• Competitive daily pay rates, reflective of your experience and responsibilities.
• A potential route to a permanent teaching role.
• Supportive guidance from a dedicated education consultant.
• Access to CPD opportunities and career support.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants for the Drama Teacher role must be willing to undergo thorough background checks, including an enhanced DBS check on the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
If you are an energetic and committed Drama Teacher ready to make a difference in a school that values creativity and community, we want to hear from you. Click ‘apply now’ to submit your updated CV, and a member of our team will be in touch.
