0.6 Teacher of BTEC Acting and A Level Drama

0.6 Teacher of BTEC Acting and A Level Drama

Reference: SCCG3012 | Closing Date: 20th April 2026 | Interview Date: 7th May 2026

Salary: £28,328 - £46,914 (Pro rata salary £16,997 - £28,148). Incremental progression throughout the band is available.

Contract Type: Permanent | Hours per Week: 0.6 FTE | Location: Pendleton Sixth Form College, Dronfield Road, M6 7FR

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate teacher of Acting and Drama to join our outstanding Performing Arts team on a permanent basis. We are seeking an excellent practitioner with the ability to inspire, challenge and support learners across BTEC Acting and A Level Drama & Theatre.

Working within our vibrant Performing Arts department, you will join a team dedicated to creativity, high standards, and exceptional student outcomes. The department delivers a wide range of successful courses, including BTEC Performing Arts pathways, A Level Dance and Drama, and HNC Musical Theatre, alongside extensive enrichment and industry-focused opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven track record of delivering high-quality Acting / Drama teaching at post‑16 level.

• Strong subject knowledge across classical, contemporary and devised work and current industry practices.

• Experience preparing students for both academic and practical assessments, with an understanding of current BTEC and A Level Drama specifications as well as supporting them with next steps and progression

• The ability to nurture confident, skilled performers through structured training, rehearsal processes and performance projects.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills, along with a genuine commitment to raising aspirations and expanding creative potential.

Industry experience, directing experience, or a background in applied theatre, community theatre, or performance-making would be advantageous.

If you are an inspiring, enthusiastic and dedicated practitioner with a passion for the Performing Arts, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please complete and return the attached application form to the HR email address shown on the advertisement attached.

Reasons to Join Us:

• We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions) including 13 weeks holiday (195 days in College).

• We have a 2:30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including three Staff Wellbeing days per year.

• We offer automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 28.68% employer pension contribution.

• Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with.

• We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.

• We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff.

• We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.

• Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.

• Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.

• 94% of staff are proud to work at the College.

Commitment to Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees

The College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with military experience whose unique skills and perspectives are highly valued.

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the service of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only.