Drama teacher

Drama Teacher (Performing Arts) – Swansea

Location: Swansea (Secondary Schools) Salary: Competitive daily rates (Paid weekly via PAYE – aligned with Welsh Agency Framework) Contract: Temporary, Long-term, and Flexible Supply options

About Vetro Education

Vetro Education is an award-winning, Welsh Government Approved Framework Agency. We are dedicated to providing high-quality teaching staff to schools across Swansea and West Wales. We pride ourselves on our transparent approach, ensuring our teachers are paid fairly and our schools receive the highest standard of delivery.

The Opportunity

We are actively recruiting for a charismatic and energetic Drama Teacher to join secondary schools in the Swansea area. We are looking for an educator who can build confidence in students, foster creativity, and manage a dynamic studio environment.

We have opportunities for:

• Key Stage 3: Introduction to drama techniques, voice, movement, and script reading.

• Key Stage 4 (GCSE): Supporting students with devised and scripted performances, portfolio work, and study of set texts (e.g., WJEC specifications).

• Key Stage 5: Teaching advanced practitioners (e.g., Brecht, Stanislavski, Artaud) and theatre analysis (desirable).

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons that meet the Curriculum for Wales requirements.

• Performance Support: Guide students through the creative process of devising drama and preparing for practical exams.

• Studio Management: Manage behavior effectively in an active studio setting to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.

• Assessment: Mark written coursework and provide verbal/written feedback on practical performances.

• Extra-Curricular: Assist with or lead school productions, rehearsals, and drama clubs (highly desirable for long-term roles).

Requirements

• Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in Drama, Performing Arts, or Theatre Studies.

• Experience: Experience teaching Drama within the UK curriculum up to KS4 (KS5 is advantageous).

• Registration: Must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) as a School Teacher.

• Compliance: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (Vetro can assist with a new application if required).

• Personality: A passion for the arts and the ability to inspire reluctant learners.

Benefits of Working with Vetro

• Compliance & Trust: We are an NPS Approved Framework provider for Wales.

• Competitive Pay: Weekly pay via PAYE with no payroll or umbrella company charges.

• Flexibility: Manage your work-life balance through our dedicated Vetro Mobile App.

• Professional Development: Access to free accredited CPD training and Safeguarding courses.

• Support: A dedicated consultant with local knowledge of Swansea schools.

• Incentives: Entry into our "Golden Ticket" prize draw for all working staff.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take center stage and inspire the next generation of performers, please apply with an up-to-date CV. A member of our Swansea team will contact shortlisted candidates to discuss the registration process.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.