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Teacher of Drama; maternity cover – St John Fisher Catholic College Jobs in Newcastle-under-Lyme, UK at We Manage Jobs(WMJobs)
Position: Teacher of Drama (maternity cover) – St John Fisher Catholic College
Teacher of Drama Maternity Cover – Fixed Term at St John Fisher Catholic College
Location Ashfields New Road, Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2SJ
Salary £32,916.00 – £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
Start Date
01 May 2026
Interview Date(s) to be confirmed; the school reserves the right to interview early if a suitable field of candidates apply.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher who will plan and execute high quality lessons to ensure progress by all learners, will assist in the development of the curriculum and be prepared to share good practice across the Faculty. The school has a very high standard of extra-curricular work with various events taking place each year. Recent productions have been “Matilda”, with the production “Annie” taking place at the end of this academic year.
If so, we’d love to welcome you to St John Fisher Catholic College!
About This Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Drama with some Dance to join our dynamic Performance faculty. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality Drama lessons across Key Stages 3, and 4, ensuring learners develop a love for drama and dance.
What Can We Offer You?
- A passionate and collaborative Performance Faculty dedicated to high‑quality teaching and creative learning.
- A well‑planned and engaging curriculum that inspires students to explore performance, theatre‑making and dramatic theory across Key Stage 3 and 4.
- Enthusiastic learners who enjoy practical performance work, devising original pieces and building their confidence on stage.
- A strong focus on professional development and career progression, with opportunities to grow as a teacher and leader.
- The chance to inspire young people beyond the classroom through extracurricular activities such as drama clubs, school productions, performance showcases and creative workshops.
What Can You Offer Us?
- ✔Motivate and inspire learners of all abilities to develop a love for the Arts.
- ✔Deliver engaging and thought-provoking lessons that spark curiosity and discussion.
- ✔Bring innovative teaching strategies to the classroom, making Drama accessible and exciting.
- ✔Support learners to build confidence, creativity and performance skills whether they’re discovering their voice in a monologue or preparing to shine in a school production or devised piece
- ✔Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance the curriculum and extra-curricular opportunities.
So, if you’re ready to share your passion for Drama, inspire creativity and confidence in young performers, and help shape the next generation of storytellers, actors and creative thinkers, we would love to hear from you!
Join us at St John Fisher Catholic College and help us bring the beauty of language to life- one well-structured paragraph at a time.
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Title: Teacher of Drama; maternity cover – St John Fisher Catholic College
Company: We Manage Jobs(WMJobs)
Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme, UK
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