Drama & Performing Arts Teacher – Renowned Secondary School in Brighton
Are you an energetic, highly creative Drama specialist eager to lead dynamic practical workshops, direct whole-school theatrical productions, and teach curriculum Drama across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5?
Renowned 11 to 18 state secondary school located in Brighton
Teacher of Drama & Performing Arts (Key Stage 3, GCSE Drama, and A-Level / Level 3 Performing Arts)
Full-time, permanent position | September start
Our client is seeking an articulate, passionate Drama Teacher to join their thriving performing arts faculty from September. In this full-time role, you will deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Drama), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Drama & Theatre Studies / Level 3 Performing Arts).
You will guide students through practitioner methodologies (Stanislavski, Brecht, Frantic Assembly), script analysis, ensemble devisings, and technical theatre design (lighting, sound, and scenography). The department boasts a fully equipped 200-seat black box theatre, professional lighting/sound rigs, dedicated rehearsal studios, and an active co-curricular schedule including seasonal plays, musicals, and National Theatre Connections participation.
School Information This vibrant secondary school in East Sussex is celebrated for its rich creative arts culture, strong academic standards, and inclusive ethos. Senior leadership places high value on the arts, offering generous departmental budgets, dedicated subject mentoring, regular non-contact planning time, and clear leadership development pathways.
Qualifications & Criteria
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
Honors degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, or a closely related discipline
Proven track record (or strong potential) for delivering high-quality GCSE and A-Level exam results
Passion for directing co-curricular theatrical productions, rehearsals, and showcase events
Application To be considered for this Drama & Performing Arts Teacher position in Brighton starting in September, please submit your detailed CV today.
- Locations
- Brighton, East Sussex
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