Head of Drama
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, SE27 9BZ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 4 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Nov 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
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.
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.
What the school offers its staff
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.
Commitment to safeguarding
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.