Teacher of Drama

Drama Teacher – Near Birmingham | Start May 2026 (or Sept 2026 – New Academic Year)

Lights up. Curtain rises. Your next role starts here.

Smile Education is working in partnership with a vibrant secondary school near Birmingham seeking an enthusiastic and imaginative Drama Teacher to take centre stage in their performing arts department. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire creativity, confidence, and self-expression in students across all key stages.

About the Opportunity
This is more than just a teaching role—you’ll be shaping performances, building confidence, and helping students find their voice both on and off the stage. You’ll have the freedom to bring drama to life through practical, engaging lessons and exciting productions.

✨ What You’ll Be Doing

Deliver dynamic Drama lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5
Encourage creativity, collaboration, and performance skills
Direct and support school productions, showcases, or clubs
Create a safe and inclusive space where students can express themselves
Contribute to the wider school community What Makes You a Great Fit

A degree in Drama, Performing Arts, or a related subject
QTS (or equivalent)
A passion for theatre, performance, and student development
Strong classroom presence and the ability to engage diverse learners
Creativity, energy, and a willingness to get involved beyond the classroom What’s In It For You?

A supportive school that values the arts
Opportunities to lead productions and creative projects
Career development within a collaborative environment
The chance to make a genuine impact on student confidence and creativity Interested? Let’s talk:
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Help students step into the spotlight and discover their potential.
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will undergo thorough compliance checks, including DBS, Barred List, Prohibited List, and qualification verification.

Ref: SM1LET

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications