Drama Teacher — Diverse Urban Academy in Leicester
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time or Part-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS), pro-rata if part-time
A vibrant, multicultural 11-18 academy in Leicester is looking for a creative and committed Drama Teacher to join its Performing Arts faculty. The school is open to applications from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time hours, and welcomes teachers who want to use drama as a tool for building confidence and community within a richly diverse student population.
You will teach Drama across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE), with a focus on devising work that reflects and celebrates the cultural diversity of the school's community. There will be opportunities to run an after-school drama club and to contribute to the school's annual show, working alongside colleagues in Music and Art on whole-school events. Day-to-day responsibilities include maintaining accurate records of student progress, ensuring safe practice in the drama studio, and supporting students preparing for performance-based assessments.
School Information
This 11-18 academy serves one of Leicester's most culturally diverse communities, and the school takes real pride in celebrating that diversity through its performing arts programme. Staff describe a school where the arts are seen as central to building students' confidence and sense of belonging, with strong links to local community organisations and venues. The Performing Arts team is described as creative, supportive, and genuinely collaborative.
Requirements
Degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, or a related field, and QTS
Experience teaching GCSE Drama and directing youth productions
Enthusiasm for inclusive performing arts practice that reflects students' diverse backgrounds
Strong classroom and studio management skills
A flexible, team-oriented approach, whether working full-time or part-time
Application
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