Part-Time Drama Teacher in Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Drama Teacher – Chesterfield

Location: Chesterfield
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Part-time, Temporary
Working Days: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Duration: Initially Until Easter
Salary: Competitive Daily Rates

Job Description

PK Education are recruiting for a qualified and enthusiastic Drama Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in Chesterfield, starting in January 2027.

This is a part-time teaching position covering KS3 and KS4, working three days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The assignment is initially expected to continue until Easter.

The school offers a broad and engaging curriculum, encouraging students to develop their creativity, confidence and communication skills through practical learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Drama specialist who enjoys bringing lessons to life, encouraging self-expression and helping young people develop their performance skills.

The Role

• Teaching Drama across KS3 and KS4

• Working Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

• Starting January 2027, initially until Easter

• Delivering engaging practical and theory-based Drama lessons

• Developing students' acting, improvisation and performance skills

• Supporting students with script work, character development and group performances

• Planning, marking and assessing student progress

• Maintaining positive classroom behaviour and an inclusive learning environment

• Working collaboratively with the Performing Arts department

The Ideal Candidate

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• Have experience teaching Drama within a UK secondary school

• Confident delivering lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Strong knowledge of acting techniques, performance and Drama education

• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

• Creative, enthusiastic and passionate about Performing Arts

• Available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from January

• Hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS Check

Why Is This a Great Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity to work within an established Chesterfield secondary school that values creative education and encourages students to develop confidence through the Performing Arts.

Drama provides students with opportunities to develop communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills while exploring performance, storytelling and creative expression.

With a consistent three-day timetable from January until Easter initially, this role is ideal for a teacher seeking a regular part-time position with a better work-life balance.

Why Choose PK Education?

• Established local teaching agency since 2005

• Excellent competitive daily rates

• Consistent part-time timetable

• Opportunities across Chesterfield and South Yorkshire

• Dedicated support from an experienced local consultant

• Access to short-term and long-term teaching opportunities

Already Signed to Another Agency?

PK Education is offering QTS, PGCE & ECT holders a £500 bonus when you switch agency and complete 30 days of work!

Interested?

If you're a qualified Drama Teacher available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from January, we'd love to hear from you.