Drama Teacher - Cheshire - September 2026

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for a talented and enthusiastic Drama Teacher to join a successful secondary school in Cheshire from September 2026.

This is a full-time Drama Teacher position running until Christmas 2026, with the possibility of extension for the right candidate.

This welcoming secondary school is committed to providing an ambitious and inclusive education where every student is encouraged to develop confidence, resilience and a love of learning. Creativity plays an important role within the curriculum, and the school values the performing arts as a key part of students' personal development. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture, supportive leadership and excellent opportunities for professional development.

The successful Drama Teacher will teach Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4, planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire creativity, confidence and performance skills. Candidates with the ability to contribute to extra-curricular productions or performing arts activities would be welcomed.

The successful Drama Teacher will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching Drama within a UK secondary school
• Be confident teaching Drama across KS3 and KS4
• Deliver engaging, creative and inclusive lessons
• Demonstrate excellent classroom and behaviour management
• Be committed to helping every student achieve their potential

The role offers:

• September 2026 start
• Full-time position
• Fixed-term contract until Christmas 2026
• Daily pay from £168.80 to £232.56, depending on experience and teacher pay scale
• Weekly pay through Tradewind Recruitment
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Secondary Education Consultant

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Drama Teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to secure a long-term secondary teaching job in Cheshire within a supportive and forward-thinking school.

The school is looking to appoint as soon as a suitable candidate is identified, so early applications are encouraged.

To apply for this Drama Teacher role or to find out more, please contact:

Anthony Bailey
📧 anthony.bailey@twrecruitment.com
📞 0151 221 9666