Drama

The Drama SCITT combines classroom practice, centre-based training, and subject-specific development. You will complete two main school placements in our partner schools across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and Somerset, with occasional placements in Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Each placement includes support from a Mentor and Lead Mentor who guide your progress and provide feedback.

You will begin by teaching small groups and parts of lessons, gradually progressing to teaching full lessons and whole sequences of learning. By the end of the year, you will take full responsibility for classes. Intensive practice weeks, professional learning conversations, and subject-specific training support you in making links between educational theory and classroom practice. Drama specialists provide training in subject knowledge, pedagogy, and strategies to inspire and challenge pupils across Key Stages 3–5.

The Drama SCITT is delivered in partnership with the Five Counties SCITT and Cabot Learning Federation, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in March 2024. We pride ourselves on excellent support, inclusive practice, and high-quality training that prepares you for a rewarding teaching career.

Key benefits include:

• Extensive classroom experience across the year.

• Subject-specific training from expert Drama teachers.

• Exceptional mentoring and guidance – we are ‘a family’.

• Opportunities to teach across Key Stages 3–5.

• Tailored placements based on your needs and circumstances.

This programme gives you the skills and confidence to teach Drama with passion, creativity, and purpose.

On successful completion, you will be awarded Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). You can also choose to gain a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with 60 Master’s level credits, delivered in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University. A QTS-only route is also available.

Graduates from the programme go on to secure teaching roles in schools across the region, with opportunities to progress into subject leadership, pastoral roles, or wider arts education. Drama teachers are in demand, offering you strong career prospects and the chance to make a lasting difference in young people’s lives.