Head of Performance

City of Derby Academy; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Derby Academy is seeking a Head of Performance to lead the development of an ambitious Performing Arts provision, integrating Drama with our Music curriculum and teaching across Years 7-11.

The role focuses on high-quality teaching, curricular leadership, and collaboration to raise achievement and nurture creativity, confidence and independence, while contributing to the wider life of the school through performances, enrichment and talent development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of an ambitious and inclusive Performing Arts provision, combining our established Music curriculum with Drama.
• Teach across Years 7-11, delivering high-quality teaching and engaging learning experiences.
• Collaborate across the department to shape curriculum development, raise achievement and nurture creativity, confidence and independence.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through performances, enrichment and opportunities that celebrate artistic talent.

Job description

As Head of Performance, you will lead the development of an ambitious and inclusive Performing Arts provision, combining our established Music curriculum with the introduction of Drama. You will teach across Years 7-11, inspiring students through high-quality teaching and engaging learning experiences. Working collaboratively across the department, you will shape curriculum development, raise achievement and nurture creativity, confidence and independence. You will also contribute to the wider life of the school through performances, enrichment and opportunities that celebrate and develop students’ artistic talents.

Who We’re Looking For

CoDA is seeking an ambitious, inspirational and passionate music or drama teacher to lead our new Performance provision, bringing Drama into our established Music curriculum. The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom teacher with high expectations, a strong subject knowledge and a genuine commitment to developing confident, creative performers. You will have the vision and drive to shape and establish an ambitious Drama curriculum across Years 7-11, while working collaboratively with colleagues across the Performing Arts. We are seeking someone who can inspire students of all abilities, nurture talent, promote creativity and independence, and contribute positively to the wider cultural and community life of the school.

About City of Derby Academy

City of Derby Academy is a school where every student and every member of staff is encouraged and supported to realise their full potential. Our culture is grounded in high expectations, strong and respectful relationships, and a deep commitment to inclusion.

Serving a wonderfully diverse community with more than 40 home languages, our vision is simple yet profound: to improve the life chances of every child.

We offer an ambitious curriculum, exceptional pastoral support and a wide range of enrichment opportunities, from educational visits and clubs to our thriving Combined Cadet Force.

Students develop academically, personally and socially, gaining the knowledge, skills and character they need for the next stage of their education, employment or training.

City of Derby Academy is a school where:

• Diversity is celebrated, and inclusion underpins everything we do
• Students feel safe, supported and able to thrive
• High expectations drive achievement, ambition and pride
• Relationships are strong, respectful and purposeful
• Staff wellbeing and professional development are valued, and colleagues are proud to work here

City of Derby Academy is a place of possibility; a community united by the belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities, every single day.

Why Join Tapestry?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.