Head of Drama

Dunraven Educational Trust; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house CPD

Supportive environment

Job summary

The Elmgreen School in London is seeking an inspirational Head of Drama to lead the department with passion for the subject and a commitment to student achievement. You will drive high‑quality teaching and organise drama productions and showcases.

Working within the Dunraven Educational Trust, you will develop opportunities for students to perform, contribute to curriculum development, and engage in trust-wide professional development and safeguarding commitments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Drama department to inspire high achievement and excitement for the subject.
• Organise drama productions, showcases and participation in theatre-related opportunities.
• Provide professional leadership and management for Drama in line with school vision.

Job description

# Head of DramaEmployer: The Elmgreen SchoolLocation: Tulse Hill, Greater LondonContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: ILP{S + TLR 2bPosted: 4th November 2026Expires: 17th November 2026 12:00 PMStart Date: To Be ConfirmedJob ID: 1582436Job Reference: HOD Drama 4/5/26* Share :* Print**Responsible to:** Assistant or Deputy Headteacher**Pay scale:** ILPS + TLR 2b**Work pattern:** Full-time**Required for:** February or Easter 2027**Deadline to apply:** Midday, Tuesday 17 November**Location of post:** The Elmgreen School, SE27 9BZ\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_We are looking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic teacher and Head of Drama who has a passion for his or her subject and a commitment to ensuring that staff and students share that passion. We want you to lead the team to inspire high achievement and excitement for your subject.**Key Responsibilities**The purpose of this role is to provide professional leadership and management for Drama, ensuring high quality teaching and learning, achievement and engagement of students in line with our vision and ethos.You will also develop opportunities for students to perform individually and in groups including organisation of Drama productions, showcases etc. and participation in other theatre and Drama related opportunities.**Dunraven Educational Trust Overview**The Elmgreen School became part of the Dunraven Educational Trust in September 2021, and together we are focused on developing an exciting, dynamic and progressive community, focused on improving the outcomes for children and their families.Dunraven Educational Trust (DET) was established in 2016. It now incorporates Dunraven’s All-Through School, The Elmgreen School, Rosendale Primary School and Van Gogh Primary. DET is a Trust committed to one overarching aim: excellence for and from everyone. This is an expectation for both the children and adults in a school community. It is achieved in a variety of ways according to the context of each school but within the clear framework established by the Trust.If you are successful in your application, you will join a staff who are hard-working, committed, positive in outlook and dedicated to the achievement of our students. We offer:* a high standard of professional practice, with bespoke in-house CPD provision, and affiliation to nationally recognised courses and providers;* a supportive and collegiate environment,* a culture of high trust and accountability that values creativity and innovation, leading practice locally and nationally in a range of fields.The Elmgreen School is committed to the safety and protection of its students. An enhanced DBS check and a barred list check are conditions of employment for this post.### AttachmentsHead of Drama - Job Description and Person Specification.docxEqual Opportunities And Diversity Policy .docx (2)Ofsted Report 2022ProspectusRECRUITMENT POLICYRecruitment Privacy Notice### Safeguarding Statement:The Elmgreen School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.