Drama Teacher (ECT) – Telford – January 2026
Marchant Recruitment ·
A large, inclusive secondary school in the Telford area is looking to appoint an energetic and imaginative Early Career Teacher of Drama for January 2026 . This is a school with a strong creative arts identity, the type of setting where drama genuinely sits at the heart of student life.
The Role You will teach Drama at KS3–KS4, delivering a curriculum built around performance skills, devised theatre, script work and reflective practice. Schemes follow a structure widely used by high-performing West Midlands schools, giving you clear direction while still allowing creative freedom.
You will help support: The annual school production After-school Drama clubs Workshops, performances and monologue evenings Cross-arts projects with Music and Dance Facilities The school boasts: A fully equipped black-box studio A separate performance hall with lighting rigs and tiered seating Dedicated rehearsal rooms Strong technician support during productions ECT Support Drama ECTs receive excellent support, including: A reduced timetable Weekly mentor meetings Paired planning with experienced subject specialists Coaching on directing groups, staging, voice work and movement About You QTS (Dec 2025) and a passion for performance Confidence working with practical groups Creativity and resilience Willingness to lead or assist in enrichment Why Join?
This is a fabulous environment for a Drama ECT who wants structure, creativity and a genuinely vibrant Arts culture.