Drama teacher - Ipswich

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time / Long-Term

Salary: £150 - £260 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you a dynamic Drama Teacher ready to ignite creative expression, confidence, and storytelling in secondary students?

Randstad Education is currently seeking a passionate Drama Teacher to join a thriving creative arts department at a secondary school in Ipswich. Whether you are an experienced Drama Teacher seeking a fresh opportunity in Suffolk or an ambitious Early Career Drama Teacher eager to build a strong foundation, this position provides a fantastic studio space to share your theatrical expertise.

You will join a welcoming department with dedicated performance spaces, working alongside colleagues who collaborate closely to make the performing arts accessible, engaging, and inspiring for every pupil.

• Deliver Engaging Drama Lessons: As an impactful Drama Teacher, you will plan and deliver lively, practical sessions across KS3 and KS4 (GCSE), exploring script analysis, physical theatre, improvisation, and stagecraft.

• Full Curriculum Ownership: Take charge of full class responsibilities, including lesson preparation, practical demonstrations, ongoing assessment, and GCSE performance preparation.

• Foster Studio Confidence: Create an inclusive, supportive studio environment where pupils are encouraged to express ideas, collaborate respectfully, and build theatrical skills.

• Productions & Extra-Curricular: Support school plays, drama clubs, and showcase events to enrich the vibrant creative arts culture across the wider school community.

• Maintain Safety & Standards: Ensure performance spaces and technical stage equipment are managed safely while upholding high standards of behavior and participation.

We are searching for an articulate, creative Drama Teacher with strong subject expertise and excellent classroom leadership.

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS.

• Proven track record of working as a Drama Teacher within a UK secondary school setting.

• Outstanding communication skills to motivate pupils of all abilities and build performing confidence.

• Effective classroom and practical studio management strategies grounded in positive reinforcement.

• Holds an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one through Randstad).

• Competitive Daily Rates: Pay rates reflective of your experience, paid weekly, alongside access to Randstad's wide-ranging benefit schemes.

• A Supportive Environment: Work within a welcoming Ipswich school that genuinely values the creative arts, staff well-being, and professional development.

• Referral Scheme: Earn a £300 Love2shop voucher by recommending a qualified colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme (T&Cs apply).

Ready to take centre stage and inspire young performers in Ipswich? Click APPLY NOW to register your interest with Randstad Education today!

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experience

Teaching

skills

good communication skills

qualifications

QTS

education

high school