Graduate Unqualified Drama Teacher – Secondary School | Wembley | September 2025 Start
Full-Time | Up to £650 per week | Pathway to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Are you a high-achieving Drama or Performing Arts graduate with ambitions to become a teacher?
Do you have the creativity and confidence to inspire students in Drama, but want to gain classroom experience before committing to formal teacher training?

About the Role – Graduate Unqualified Drama Teacher

We are working in partnership with a vibrant and forward-thinking secondary school in Wembley to recruit a passionate and committed Graduate Unqualified Drama Teacher to join the Performing Arts department from September 2025.

As an Unqualified Drama Teacher, you will start by supporting lesson delivery, leading group performance tasks, and providing tailored support to students. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and gradually take on greater classroom responsibility while working towards a pathway into a salaried teacher training programme leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Key Responsibilities – Graduate Unqualified Drama Teacher.

• Support the planning and delivery of Drama lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Lead small group workshops, improvisation tasks, and performance-based activities.
• Assist with rehearsals, school productions, and extra-curricular drama clubs.
• Help create engaging lesson resources and classroom displays.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and creative learning environment.
• Provide targeted support and feedback to students under the guidance of experienced teachers.

Candidate Profile – Graduate Unqualified Drama Teacher

• A 2:1 or First-Class degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, or a closely related field.
• Strong academic background, including high-grade qualifications in English and/or Drama.
• A genuine interest in education and a desire to pursue a long-term teaching career.
• Excellent communication skills, creativity, and the ability to inspire young people.
• Confidence working with secondary-age students in a classroom or performance setting.
• Previous experience in mentoring, tutoring, or youth theatre is advantageous.

Why Join This Wembley Secondary School? – Graduate Unqualified Drama Teacher

• Earn up to £650 per week.
• Receive dedicated mentoring and ongoing support from an experienced Drama team.
• Access to an in-house, salaried teacher training programme leading to QTS.
• Be part of a thriving, inclusive school with a strong commitment to the arts.
• Modern facilities including a fully-equipped drama studio and performance space.
• Excellent transport connections via the Jubilee, Metropolitan, and Bakerloo lines.

If you’re a Drama graduate looking to begin your teaching journey in an inspiring and supportive environment, this Graduate Unqualified Drama Teacher opportunity in Wembley could be the ideal start to your career.

Apply Now

To be considered for this exciting Graduate Unqualified Drama Teacher role, send your CV to Mitchell at KPI Education today.

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