About this job
Head of Drama Department
South Norwood | Full Time | PermanentNot suitable for ECTs
We are seeking an ambitious, creative and inspiring Head of Drama to lead our thriving Drama Department and drive excellence in performing arts across the school. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate teacher with strong leadership skills to shape an engaging curriculum, deliver outstanding performances and inspire students of all abilities.
The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven track record of raising achievement at GCSE level and a passion for developing young people through performance and creativity.
About the Role
As Head of Drama, you will:
Lead and develop the Drama Department to ensure high standards of teaching and learningDeliver engaging and challenging Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4Direct and produce high-quality school performances and productionsMotivate and inspire students regardless of their starting pointsMonitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainmentLead curriculum development in line with current educational thinking and the National CurriculumSupport and develop colleagues within the departmentPromote inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities through the performing artsContribute to the wider life of the school communityThe Successful Candidate Will Have:
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
Educated to degree level or equivalentQualified Teacher Status (QTS)Excellent knowledge of performing arts and directing performancesStrong understanding of current educational practice and the National CurriculumSuccessful experience teaching Drama at GCSE level with good or better outcomesEvidence of raising achievement and adding value for student groupsExperience of leadership and managing change effectivelyExperience of working collaboratively to deliver successful outcomesA strong understanding of how children learn and how standards can be raisedEssential Skills
Excellent organisational and time management skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong IT literacyAbility to communicate effectively with children, parents, colleagues and external stakeholdersAbility to establish a positive presence across the schoolAbility to prioritise, plan and organise both themselves and othersAbility to develop supportive and professional working relationshipsAbility to deliver and support high-quality performances using specialist technology and resourcesA strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young peoplePersonal Qualities
Passion for education and making a difference to young people's livesCommitment to the Academy's vision of supporting students to become aspirational young people who thrive in a changing worldAbility to motivate others and maintain high expectationsFlexible, resilient and able to work effectively under pressureCommitment to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunitiesEnthusiasm for performance and the artsStrong attendance and punctuality recordWillingness to work hard and contribute fully to school lifeBelief in inclusive education and supporting pupils with diverse educational needsAbility to work effectively as part of a teamWhy Join Us?
We offer:
A supportive and ambitious leadership teamEnthusiastic and motivated studentsOpportunities for professional development and career progressionA welcoming and inclusive school communityThe opportunity to make a genuine impact through the performing artsWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS checks and references.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policyYour CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explainedYou must have legal right to work in the UKYou must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
