Teacher of Drama

Required for:     1 September 2026

Contract type:    Temporary (up to 31/08/2027)

Salary:                QTPS: (M1) £32,916 - £51,048 (UPS3)                                                                                                        

Closing date:     Friday 12 June 2026 @ 9.00am

Interview date:   TBC

The Governors of St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Drama who has the capacity to enthuse, engage and inspire our young people through strong subject knowledge; someone who thrives on collaboration and teamwork; a committed professional with high levels of personal motivation and ambition.  In essence, someone who really wants to make a difference.

Our Drama Department provides pupils with an extremely well-resourced and successful experience of the performing arts.  Pupils are taught in two dedicated drama spaces and given the opportunity to take part in annual drama productions, which are the highlight of the school's calendar. 

Whether you are an ECT looking for your first teaching role, an experienced practitioner who is seeking a change of environment, or a former teacher who is looking to return to the profession; the most essential criteria that we are seeking is that you are committed to raising achievement through excellent classroom practice.   In return we offer a bespoke CPD programme, research and development, links and networks with other outstanding schools as well as a plethora of extra-curricular and cross-curricular working opportunities. 

St Edmund Arrowsmith CHS is a forward-looking and flourishing school, well regarded for the excellence of our academic achievement and the high level of motivation of pupils and staff.  Visitors to our school never fail to comment on our respectful students, the positive team ethos amongst staff and the friendly welcome that they receive.  

It really is worth applying for this post and joining somewhere special!

If you would like to learn more about either our school or this vacancy, please visit the school website – www.arrowsmith.wigan.sch.uk from where you can download the CES application forms.  Alternatively, please contact Mrs P Lennon, Clerk to Governors via email PLennon@arrowsmith.wigan.sch.uk or by telephoning the school number on 01942 728651 x2223. 

Completed application forms must be returned to: Mr M J Dumican, Headteacher, St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Rookery Avenue, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 9PF or via email to: recruitment@arrowsmith.wigan.sch.uk.  

The employer is committed to safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.  The post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks.  The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its staff to share this commitment.