A large, inclusive secondary school in the Telford area is looking to appoint an energetic and imaginative Early Career Teacher of Drama for January 2026. This is a school with a strong creative arts identity,  the type of setting where drama genuinely sits at the heart of student life.

The Role

You will teach Drama at KS3–KS4, delivering a curriculum built around performance skills, devised theatre, script work and reflective practice. Schemes follow a structure widely used by high-performing West Midlands schools, giving you clear direction while still allowing creative freedom.

You will help support:

• The annual school production
• After-school Drama clubs
• Workshops, performances and monologue evenings
• Cross-arts projects with Music and Dance

Facilities

The school boasts:

• A fully equipped black-box studio
• A separate performance hall with lighting rigs and tiered seating
• Dedicated rehearsal rooms
• Strong technician support during productions

ECT Support

Drama ECTs receive excellent support, including:

• A reduced timetable
• Weekly mentor meetings
• Paired planning with experienced subject specialists
• Coaching on directing groups, staging, voice work and movement

About You

• QTS (Dec 2025) and a passion for performance
• Confidence working with practical groups
• Creativity and resilience
• Willingness to lead or assist in enrichment

Why Join?

This is a fabulous environment for a Drama ECT who wants structure, creativity and a genuinely vibrant Arts culture.