Daily Supply Drama Teacher – Merton

Job Description

A successful Drama Teacher brings creativity, confidence and enthusiasm into the classroom, helping students express themselves while developing communication, collaboration and performance skills. We are currently looking for enthusiastic and reliable Drama Teachers to register for daily supply work across Merton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for teachers who enjoy variety and want the freedom to choose when they work without committing to a permanent position.

The Opportunity

We are looking to register experienced and enthusiastic Drama Teachers for daily supply opportunities across Merton.

This is not a permanent or full-time position. Teachers will instead be offered day-to-day supply assignments according to their availability, experience, preferred areas and the needs of local schools.

Daily supply can be an excellent way to maintain flexibility while continuing to teach and make a positive impact. Assignments can vary from single-day cover to short-term blocks, giving you the opportunity to work in different school environments.

The Role

As a Daily Supply Drama Teacher, you will deliver engaging Drama lessons while creating an inclusive environment where students feel confident participating and developing their performance skills.

Lesson Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging Drama activities that encourage creativity, confidence and active participation.

Performance Skills: Develop students' understanding of performance, characterisation, movement, voice and dramatic techniques.

Classroom Management: Establish clear expectations and maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed learning environment.

Student Engagement: Encourage students of different abilities to participate confidently in practical and theoretical Drama activities.

Professional Responsibilities: Follow school policies, communicate effectively with staff and maintain professional standards throughout each assignment.

About the Opportunity

Daily supply gives you the flexibility to work around your own commitments while continuing to teach.

You can accept individual days or short blocks of work depending on your availability, with assignments matched to your experience and preferred locations.

There is no permanent commitment, allowing you to maintain control over how frequently you work.

What We Offer

• Flexible day-to-day Drama supply work.

• No permanent or full-time commitment.

• Assignments across Merton.

• Competitive daily rates based on experience and assignment.

• Opportunities to work across a variety of school environments.

• Support with registration and compliance.

• Regular supply opportunities where available.

• The flexibility to choose assignments around your availability.

• The opportunity to broaden your teaching experience.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent where applicable.

• Experience teaching Drama within the relevant Key Stages.

• Strong classroom management skills.

• A creative, enthusiastic and adaptable approach.

• Excellent communication skills.

• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with students.

• Confidence delivering both practical and theoretical Drama lessons.

• Reliability and professionalism.

• A valid legal right to work in the United Kingdom.

How to Apply

If you are a Drama Teacher looking for flexible daily supply work across Merton, we would love to hear from you.

Whether you want to work occasionally or are available regularly, submit your CV today and begin the registration process for suitable day-to-day assignments.

Register your interest today and start accessing flexible Drama supply work.