Head of Drama – Head of Department

Clarus Education; London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London seeks a Head of Drama to oversee the department and foster a dynamic environment for learning. The role requires strong leadership, a comprehensive understanding of the Drama curriculum, and the ability to inspire both students and staff. Candidates will benefit from opportunities for personal development and a supportive teaching environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive teaching environment

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and skilled Drama teacher.
• Understanding of Drama curriculum from Year 7 to Key Stage 5.
• Experience supporting trainee teachers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and effective running of the department.
• Support delivery of Department Improvement Plan.
• Provide inspirational leadership and maintain strong links with families.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Teaching Techniques

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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Head of Drama – Head of Department, London

Client: Clarus Education

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: be4ae272be80

Job Views: 10

Posted: 12.07.2025

Expiry Date: 26.08.2025

Job Description:

Qualified Teacher M1 - U3 (Salary + TLR2) £42,157 - £68,371

Head of Drama – Head of Department

Location: Greenwich

Start Date: September 2025

Type: Full time, Permanent

Employed via our School

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Drama teacher to join a thriving school. We want to hear from Head of Drama applicants who wish to build on our improvements, share our vision for providing an outstanding environment for teaching and learning, and who value drive, integrity, scholarship, and contribution.

Our Greenwich School values personal development, offering opportunities to grow through internal CPD programmes and within the United Learning group of schools.

The Head of Drama / Head of Department plays a key role in ensuring the Drama programmes meet statutory requirements, provide appropriate pace and challenge, and include regular assessment and review. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the smooth and effective running of the department, including supporting trainee teachers and ECTs.
• Supporting the delivery of a Department Improvement Plan aligned with the School Improvement Plan.
• Having a strong understanding of the structure and sequencing of the Drama curriculum from Year 7 to Year 11 and into Key Stage 5.
• Providing inspirational leadership to the department.
• Leading curriculum implementation through the embedding of Rosenshine Principles and Teach Like A Champion techniques.
• Maintaining strong links with families to support student learning.
• Ensuring accessibility of the subject to students of all abilities.
• Providing a strong extra-curricular programme leading to performances.
• Collaborating with the Music department to showcase the Performing Arts.