Assistant Subject Leader - Drama

United Learning; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

United Learning is seeking an Assistant Subject Leader for Drama at Paddington Academy in London. This role involves contributing to a high-performing department, developing the curriculum, and supporting teaching and learning initiatives. The successful candidate will be passionate about drama, committed to high teaching standards, and eager to facilitate student success.

Qualifications

• Aligned with high expectations ethos.
• Believes every student can succeed.
• Proven outstanding results at KS4/KS5.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the successful Art, Drama & Music department.
• Develop the curriculum and support colleagues.
• Access to a national network of teachers and leaders.

Skills

Passionate about their subject

Committed to improving teaching and learning

Team player capable of working effectively across teams

Education

Qualified teacher status

Experience leading T&L initiatives

Job description

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Assistant Subject Leader - Drama, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7ddb73dbd26d

Job Views: 47

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the top schools for progress in the country. Paddington Academy is a high-performing school with a focus on high standards and dismantling barriers to learning. We are a mixed Academy for 1,200 students aged 11-18, judged outstanding by OFSTED, and part of United Learning.

We are seeking an Assistant Subject Leader for Drama to contribute to our successful Art, Drama & Music department, develop the curriculum, and support colleagues. The role offers access to a national network of teachers and leaders across United Learning.

We welcome applications from qualified teachers and ECT candidates interested in leadership and development. Paddington Academy is a lead school for United Teaching SCITT and a Teaching School Hub, providing high-quality training and development opportunities.

Candidate requirements:

• Passionate about their subject
• Committed to improving teaching and learning
• Aligned with high expectations ethos
• Believes every student can succeed
• Proven outstanding results at KS4/KS5
• Experience leading T&L initiatives
• Excellent subject knowledge and pedagogy understanding
• Team player capable of working effectively across teams