Head of Drama

Job details

Job role: Head of department or curriculum

Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject: Drama

Working pattern: Full time

Contract type: Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary: MPR - UPR + TLR 2a (£3,527)

Head of Drama job summary

Job title: Head of Drama

Contract type: Permanent

TLR: 2A (£3,527 per annum)

Teaching requirements: 33 lessons per fortnight

Location: [Employer hidden], BS16 9LH

Are you a leader with a passion for the performing arts? [Employer hidden] is looking for a Head of Drama to lead our department and help every student find their spotlight.

About the Role

As the Head of Drama, you will work directly with the Headteacher to craft and deliver a bold vision for the subject. This is a full-time leadership position where you will drive results within our school and across the wider Trust.

You will:

• Line manage departmental staff, providing support, guidance, and high-quality subject-specific CPD.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of the curriculum, teaching, and assessment to ensure every student reaches their full potential.
• Engage with the surrounding community, primary schools, and industry partners.
• Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to deliver a high-quality, cost-effective curriculum that aligns with the trust’s ambitious educational goals.
• Maintain accreditation with examination bodies and stay ahead of national curriculum changes.

About You

We are looking for a values-driven leader who is passionately committed to inclusive education. You should be someone who thrives on collaboration and sees the importance of strong school leadership.

To be successful, you will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree.
• Demonstrable success in previous roles, with the ability to manage resources and address underperformance effectively.
• A personable approach that allows you to build effective relationships with peers, families, and external bodies.
• The drive to "make things happen" both within the drama department and across the wider school community.
• A deep-rooted dedication to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden] has been recognised by Ofsted as a “rapidly improving, community focused, ambitious school.” In our last inspection we were awarded Good in all categories, a testament to the vision and dedication of the leadership and teaching body.

[Employer hidden] has a strong ethos built on our four values. In all aspects of school life we encourage students to love learning, embrace challenge, give and earn respect and grow our community. Our classrooms, our corridors, our systems are built on these values and this supports our culture where we can meet individual needs and close the gaps for our students.

[Employer hidden] is a local secondary school firmly rooted in, and proudly working within the community which it serves. The school is situated in pleasant semi-rural surroundings on the north-eastern outskirts of Bristol. [Employer hidden] became an academy as part of the Castle School Education Trust in September 2015 and works in partnership with Downend School to deliver 16-19 opportunities for all students. We are committed to the professional development of all staff.

We can offer you:

• Happy, engaging students who thrive on inspirational leadership
• A supportive trust and school community
• Strong collaboration across the trust family of schools and access to a centralised team of specialists across all areas of school operations
• A commitment to high‑quality CPD, with dedicated time and budget for your development
• A values‑driven ethos where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived every day
• Recognition of continuous service (modification order) to protect employment rights and entitlements
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and death‑in‑service cover
• Occupational sick pay to support you during illness or unexpected emergencies
• Family‑friendly leave packages to help maintain a healthy work–life balance

In order to apply for this role please complete an application form by 9am, 27th April. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process.

Please know that depending on the number of applications received we may decide to close the advert early. If you do not hear from us by a week after the closing date then please assume that you have not been shortlisted for an interview. We wish you all the best in your future and ask that you join our E-Teach Talent Pool so as to keep up to date with all of our latest current opportunities.

Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every Child

As a Disability Confident Employer, CSET is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

[Employer hidden] and Castle School Education Trust (CSET) are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Applying for the job

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