£31000 - £51000 per annum
About the Role
Teach South is recruiting a Performing Arts Teacher (Dance & Drama) for a school in Rye, with a salary on the MPS1–UPS3 scale from £31,000 to £51,000 per annum. This role is available full-time or part-time on a contract basis, starting in September 2026. The position involves delivering engaging lessons in Dance and Drama to students, encouraging creativity and self-expression within a supportive secondary school environment. Key skills include strong communication, lesson planning, and the ability to motivate learners. Applications are welcome from qualified teachers, Early Career Teachers, or experienced unqualified candidates with relevant performing arts backgrounds.
Teacher of Dance & Drama – Rye | Full Time or Part Time | September Start
Location: Rye, East Sussex
Salary: MPS1–UPS3 (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time or Part Time
Are you passionate about Dance and Drama and looking to inspire the next generation?
We are working with a welcoming secondary school in Rye that is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Dance & Drama to join their Performing Arts department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to encourage creativity, confidence and self-expression while working in a supportive and forward-thinking school.
The school welcomes applications from qualified teachers, Early Career Teachers (ECTs), and talented unqualified candidates with relevant experience in Dance, Drama or the Performing Arts. For the right candidate, there may also be the opportunity to undertake teacher training and gain a recognised teaching qualification while working in the school.
The Role
- Teach Dance and Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4.
- Plan and deliver engaging, practical and inclusive lessons.
- Inspire students to develop their confidence, creativity and performance skills.
- Support extracurricular activities, school productions and performances.
- Work collaboratively within a dedicated Performing Arts department.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable but not essential.
- Applications are welcomed from qualified teachers, ECTs, unqualified teachers, graduates and candidates with relevant industry or coaching experience.
- A passion for Dance, Drama and inspiring young people.
- Strong communication and classroom management skills, or the willingness to develop these through support and training.
- A positive, enthusiastic and proactive approach to learning and teaching.
- Competitive salary on the MPS1–UPS3 pay scale for qualified teachers.
- The opportunity for teacher training and professional development for suitable unqualified candidates.
- Full-time or part-time opportunities.
- A supportive leadership team and welcoming school community.
- Excellent career progression and ongoing professional development.
- Dedicated support throughout the recruitment process.
Apply today with your CV, and one of our specialist education consultants will be in touch to discuss the role and the teacher training opportunities available.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.
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