Drama Teacher

Protocol Education is supporting a successful secondary school in Central Bristol in the appointment of a Teacher of Drama.

This is a full-time, fixed-term opportunity within a high-performing and creative Drama & Arts department. The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers, ECTs and recently qualified teachers. The school would be looking to welcome the successful teacher from September.

This secondary school is well-known for its uniquely creative Drama department where high numbers of students have gone on to get roles within the West End, set up own music and peformance companies and working within the Theatre industry.

You’ll be joining a setting known for:

High-quality teaching and learning
Ambitious expectations for all students
A culture of positivity, encouragement and progress
Strong pastoral care and student support
A collaborative and forward-thinking staff team

Students are motivated, engaged and keen to succeed. The school places real value on both academic achievement and personal development.

✏️ The Drama Department

The Drama team is experienced, innovative and committed to continuous improvement. There is a shared focus on exceptional progress across all key stages and a strong culture of collaboration.

You’ll benefit from:

A supportive department with shared resources
Clear curriculum frameworks across Key Stages 3 and 4
Opportunities to refine and develop your practice
A team ethos centred around high standards and shared success

The Role

You will:

Teach Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4
Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons
Use effective teaching and learning strategies to secure strong progress
Monitor and assess student achievement
Contribute positively to the wider life of the academy

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

✔ Cares deeply about young people and wants to make a difference
✔ Holds UK QTS and has strong subject knowledge in Drama
✔ Understands strategies that lead to exceptional progress
✔ Is creative, inspiring and self-motivated
✔ Is committed to helping students achieve both academically and personally

Whether you are an ECT building your classroom confidence or an experienced teacher looking for a supportive and ambitious environment, this role offers genuine opportunity.

Why Apply Through Protocol Education?

✔ Weekly PAYE pay
✔ Dedicated and experienced consultant support
✔ FREE access to our CPD Academy
✔ Clear and efficient registration process

Closing date for applications is Friday 31st July at midday

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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