Head of Drama

Head of Drama Department

South Norwood | Full Time | Permanent
Not 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 learning
Deliver engaging and challenging Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
Direct and produce high-quality school performances and productions
Motivate and inspire students regardless of their starting points
Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainment
Lead curriculum development in line with current educational thinking and the National Curriculum
Support and develop colleagues within the department
Promote inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities through the performing arts
Contribute to the wider life of the school community

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Educated to degree level or equivalent
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Excellent knowledge of performing arts and directing performances
Strong understanding of current educational practice and the National Curriculum
Successful experience teaching Drama at GCSE level with good or better outcomes
Evidence of raising achievement and adding value for student groups
Experience of leadership and managing change effectively
Experience of working collaboratively to deliver successful outcomes
A strong understanding of how children learn and how standards can be raised

Essential Skills

Excellent organisational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong IT literacy
Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, colleagues and external stakeholders
Ability to establish a positive presence across the school
Ability to prioritise, plan and organise both themselves and others
Ability to develop supportive and professional working relationships
Ability to deliver and support high-quality performances using specialist technology and resources
A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Personal Qualities

Passion for education and making a difference to young people's lives
Commitment to the Academy's vision of supporting students to become aspirational young people who thrive in a changing world
Ability to motivate others and maintain high expectations
Flexible, resilient and able to work effectively under pressure
Commitment to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities
Enthusiasm for performance and the arts
Strong attendance and punctuality record
Willingness to work hard and contribute fully to school life
Belief in inclusive education and supporting pupils with diverse educational needs
Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Why Join Us?

We offer:

A supportive and ambitious leadership team
Enthusiastic and motivated students
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
A welcoming and inclusive school community
The 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 policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You 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