Teacher of Drama
| Posting date: | 28 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | Lancs, Lancashire, BL9 9NH |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | bf1595d3-64ea-4a08-bb09-7859f9e294fb |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We believe that The Derby High School isa great placeto work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with: -
• A successful school with a strong will and determination to continue toimprove;
• A school that hashigh expectationsof all who workhere;
• A school that places teaching and learning at the heart of schoolimprovement;
• A school that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for theirwelfare;
• A supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to theirroles;
• A school that works effectively with allstakeholders;
• A caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people.
We will encourage you to be innovative and creative and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.
What the school offers its staff
The Derby High School is the highest-performing school in Bury, Greater Manchester,and hasmaintainedthis position formanyyears. We areseekingto appoint a well-qualified,enthusiasticand highly motivated teacher to join ourtrailblazing Expressive Arts Faculty. We are passionate about delivering a high-quality and engaging curriculum. Having heldArtsmarkPlatinumStatus, wearearenownedbeacon of practice, leading local, regional,nationaland global projects.We work in partnership with many prestigious arts partners including Comino, The Royal Ballet and Opera House, The Met TheatreandThe Royal Exchange.This isa great opportunityto join a dedicated,hardworkingand forward-thinking school where you will be supportedindevelopingyour practice.
The Derby High School is an over-subscribed 11-16 Co-Educational School situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptionalprogress,and our Progress 8 score currently stands at +0.35. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent inspection. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We believe that The Derby High School isa great placeto work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with: -
• A successful school with a strong will and determination to continue toimprove;
• A school that hashigh expectationsof all who workhere;
• A school that places teaching and learning at the heart of schoolimprovement;
• A school that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for theirwelfare;
• A supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to theirroles;
• A school that works effectively with allstakeholders;
• A caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people.
We will encourage you to be innovative and creative and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.
What the school offers its staff
The Derby High School is the highest-performing school in Bury, Greater Manchester,and hasmaintainedthis position formanyyears. We areseekingto appoint a well-qualified,enthusiasticand highly motivated teacher to join ourtrailblazing Expressive Arts Faculty. We are passionate about delivering a high-quality and engaging curriculum. Having heldArtsmarkPlatinumStatus, wearearenownedbeacon of practice, leading local, regional,nationaland global projects.We work in partnership with many prestigious arts partners including Comino, The Royal Ballet and Opera House, The Met TheatreandThe Royal Exchange.This isa great opportunityto join a dedicated,hardworkingand forward-thinking school where you will be supportedindevelopingyour practice.
The Derby High School is an over-subscribed 11-16 Co-Educational School situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptionalprogress,and our Progress 8 score currently stands at +0.35. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent inspection. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.