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Comedy & Drama Teacher, PQA Oldham

  •  North West
  •  Under £10K
  •  Part time
  •  Closes December 12, 2026
  •  Xander-Jaymes Le Petit
  •  xander-jaymes@pqacademy.com
  • #Performing arts
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Job Summary

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of performers? Do you have experience of working with young people and relevant practical industry knowledge? Then we want to hear from you!

Job Description

PQA is a leading provider of weekend performing arts training and is currently recruiting a Comedy & Drama teacher for our academy launching in January 2027 in Oldham on Saturday Mornings!

You will need have a wide-ranging knowledge of practical drama and be able to teach a range of subjects which might range from Improv to Stand Up, Shakespeare to contemporary text and Immersive to Devised Theatre.

At PQA Oldham, you'll be part of a creative, supportive network with Our Learning Approach at the heart of everything we do. Our Project-Based Learning model gives you the freedom to inspire your students, backed by fully realised project guides, resources and training, so you have the tools and support to focus on what you do best: great teaching.

PQA follows safer recruiting. An enhanced DBS on the update service will be required and can be arranged.

For more information please email:
[email protected]

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Location & Date:
Oldham, UK
9:30am-1pm, Saturdays, term time only.

Start Date: January 2027 (ongoing commitment across 41 weeks per year).

Job Rate:
£60-£75 per session, dependent on experience.

DBS Required or willingness to obtain one.

Work Location: In person

Applications close at 5pm on 12th December 2026

Job Requirements

Professional training in acting or significant industry experience..
Experience working with children and young people.
Ability to deliver fun, engaging, and passionate sessions.
Knowledge across a range of genres and techniques.
An enhanced DBS on the update service (can be arranged).

Job Responsibilities

- Attend meetings/training
- Plan lessons
- Deliver 3 age appropriate, engaging classes in singing, dance, and drama on Saturday Mornings during term time
- Directing pieces for projects such as PQA's West End Season, book musicals, holiday showcases and more.

How to Apply

Please email your CV and Covering Letter to:
[email protected]

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