Secondary Drama / Performing Arts Teacher

Secondary Drama / Performing Arts Teacher – West Midlands

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £150 – £250 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Long-Term / Temp-to-Perm
Start Date: September 2025 (immediate starts available)
Agency: First for Education

Inspire Creativity and Confidence – Join Us as a Secondary Drama / Performing Arts Teacher

Are you a passionate and dynamic Drama or Performing Arts Teacher looking to inspire students through the power of performance and expression?
Would you like to work in creative and supportive schools that value the role of the arts in education?

First for Education is seeking engaging and skilled Drama/Performing Arts Teachers for long-term, full-time roles across the West Midlands. Whether you specialise in drama, theatre studies, or broader performing arts, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver vibrant and inclusive Drama or Performing Arts lessons to KS3 and KS4 students (KS5 where applicable)
• Encourage creativity, collaboration, and confidence in your classroom
• Support students in school productions, performances, and enrichment opportunities
• Plan, assess, and adapt lessons to meet the needs of all learners
• Be an active and creative member of the performing arts department

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay: £150 – £220 depending on experience
• Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities in thriving schools
• Free CPD including safeguarding and classroom behaviour training
• A personal consultant who specialises in secondary arts placements
• Access to a wide network of schools with strong creative arts provision

What You’ll Need:

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching Drama or Performing Arts at secondary level
• A creative and student-centred approach to classroom delivery
• Strong behaviour management and a commitment to inclusion
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional references

How to Apply:

Click ‘Apply Now’ to upload your CV, or email korey.yglesias@firstforeducation.co.uk.
You can also register your interest at www.firstforeducation.co.uk or call our team on 0121 285 4840.

First for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing in line with our safer recruitment policy.