Job Description

Curtain Call for Teacher of Drama & Expressive Arts

• Type: Long-term / Supply
• Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff
• Start date: ASAP
• Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)
• Pay: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Are you ready to take centre stage in your teaching career? Do you have the passion, creativity, and flair to turn every lesson into a performance worth applauding?

Elementa Support Services is on the lookout for a show-stopping Teacher of Drama & Expressive Arts to work with a dynamic and inclusive school. This is your chance to inspire the next generation of performers, storytellers, and creative thinkers helping pupils build confidence, find their voice, and truly shine.

About the Role
As a Teacher of Drama & Expressive Arts, you will:
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that deserve a standing ovation
• Bring scripts, stories, and creativity to life through drama and expressive arts
• Encourage pupils to step into the spotlight and express themselves with confidence
• Support learners of all abilities, including those who may need a little extra rehearsal time
• Direct performances, productions, or creative showcases (cue the applause!)
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a vibrant, inclusive arts curriculum

About You
The ideal candidate will:
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Have experience teaching drama and/or expressive arts at secondary level
• Be bursting with creativity, enthusiasm, and stage presence
• Have strong classroom management skills (even when the drama isn t on the script!)
• Be passionate about the transformative power of the arts
• Hold an Enhanced DBS and be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or be willing to obtain both
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children

What We Offer
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to training and professional development
• Opportunities to work in schools where creativity takes centre stage

Recruitment & Safeguarding Information
All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to safeguarding children in all processes, and all successful applicants will undergo a full pre-screen to assess their suitability for the role.

Any appointment will be subject to:
• A successful interview process
• Satisfactory references
• Safeguarding & Prevent training
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
• Successful completion of a 12-week / 60 paid day employment trial period

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT
• Weekly pay no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
• PAYE contract unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
• Training & Support free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
• Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
• Fair pay policy paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
• Additional staff support services access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more

This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants:
• Not currently based within the UK
• Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
• Without UK secondary school teaching experience