Head of Faculty Performing Arts with Drama specialism
| Posting date: | 13 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £38,766 to £50,288 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | RM9 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | School Staff Direct |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 32365-65641 |
Summary
Are you a passionate Drama specialist ready to take the lead in Performing Arts? A School in Dagenham is looking for a dedicated and creative Head of Faculty - Performing Arts (Drama specialism) to join their team from September 2025.
This is a full-time, permanent position with a TLR 1B, offering the chance to lead a growing Performing Arts faculty that values creativity, inclusivity, and student engagement. You'll oversee curriculum planning, staff development, and enrichment opportunities across Drama, Music, and Dance - with a focus on delivering exceptional Drama teaching.
You'll be joining a school that celebrates the arts as an essential part of the student experience. From school productions to cross-curricular performances, your leadership will help bring the curriculum to life and inspire young people to express themselves through performance.
If you're an experienced subject leader or a high-performing Drama teacher ready for a faculty-wide leadership challenge, this is your stage.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the Performing Arts faculty, with a focus on Drama
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Oversee curriculum development, teaching, and assessment across Drama, Music, and Dance
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Support, mentor, and develop teaching staff within the faculty
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Direct and produce school performances, showcases, or productions
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Promote creative learning and the role of the arts in the school community
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Use data to monitor progress and drive attainment
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Collaborate with SLT on whole-school initiatives and strategic priorities
Qualifications and Experience
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
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Strong experience teaching Drama at KS3-KS4 (and ideally KS5)
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Previous leadership experience or clear potential to lead a faculty
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Ability to inspire and manage a team of creative practitioners
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Excellent planning, communication, and organisational skills
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A strong track record of student engagement and outcomes
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Passion for the performing arts and commitment to inclusive education
School Staff Direct and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. Sponsorship is not available.
If you're ready to take centre stage in your next leadership role, apply today.
Not quite the right fit? Reach out to explore other current roles in the surrounding areas.