Job Description

Performing Arts Teacher Gateshead Secondary School KS3 & KS4

Performing Arts Teacher Long-Term / Supply Competitive Daily Rates (PAYE)

Are you a Performing Arts Teacher looking for your next role in a supportive secondary school in Gateshead?

Vision for Education is recruiting a creative and passionate Performing Arts Teacher to work in a well-regarded secondary school. This role is ideal for someone who can inspire students in drama, music, and dance, helping them develop confidence, performance skills, and a love for the arts.

This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become full-time, offering stability and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.

The Role

As a Performing Arts Teacher, you will deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, supporting students in drama, music, and dance, while helping them develop practical skills, creativity, and performance confidence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching Performing Arts across KS3 and KS4
• Delivering lessons in drama, music, and dance, including performance and theory
• Supporting students with coursework, performances, and assessments
• Planning differentiated lessons to meet a range of abilities
• Encouraging creativity, collaboration, and self-expression
• Monitoring student progress and providing constructive feedback
• Working collaboratively within the Performing Arts / Arts department

The School

This secondary school provides a supportive and inclusive environment, with a strong focus on creative education. Staff benefit from clear behaviour systems, professional support, and a collaborative culture.

The school provides:

• Well-equipped performing arts spaces, including drama studios and music rooms
• A structured Performing Arts curriculum across KS3 and KS4
• Supportive senior leadership and clear expectations
• A collaborative and experienced Performing Arts team
• Strong pastoral care and safeguarding systems
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Requirements

To be considered for this Performing Arts Teacher role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Performing Arts at KS3 and/or KS4
• Strong subject knowledge in drama, music, and/or dance
• Confident classroom and performance space management skills
• A passion for creative education and student engagement
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• A valid DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

This role is suitable for experienced teachers, ECTs, or Arts specialists.

What Vision for Education Offers

• Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)
• Pension contributions
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Dedicated secondary consultant support
• Social and networking events

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency, working with secondary schools across the UK to place high-quality teaching staff.

We are part of The Edwin Group, recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, reflecting our commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

How to Apply

If you're a Performing Arts Teacher looking for your next teaching job in Newcastle, apply today via this website.

For more information about this role and other Performing Arts teaching opportunities, contact the Vision for Education Newcastle Secondary team on (phone number removed).