Head of Drama

This role is for a Head of Drama based in West Thurrock, with a salary of £34,068 to £53,834 per annum plus TLR, on a permanent or fixed term basis, starting January 2027. The successful candidate will have strong experience teaching Drama and Performing Arts, and will lead and manage the Drama department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning. They will raise the achievement of all pupils through high standards and expectations, inspire, challenge and motivate learners across Years 7–13, and promote the school ethos across the whole school.

Achievement Director of Performing Arts Required in Thurrock - January 2027 Start

£34,068 - £52,834 + TLR

Permanent / Fixed Term

Are you an enthusiastic and committed Achievement Director of Performing Arts looking for a new opportunity?

Do you have a passion for inspiring and supporting pupils within Drama and Performing Arts?

If so, this role might be perfect for you!

The successful Achievement Director of Performing Arts will:

andmiddot; Have strong experience teaching Drama and Performing Arts

andmiddot; Be able to lead and manage the Drama department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning

andmiddot; Be dedicated to raising the achievement of all pupils through high standards and expectations

andmiddot; Be able to work as part of a vibrant and energetic team

andmiddot; Provide a positive and effective learning environment for all pupils

andmiddot; Inspire, challenge and motivate learners across Years 7-13

andmiddot; Promote the school ethos across the whole school

The school - Achievement Director of Performing Arts

andmiddot; You will be joining a supportive and inclusive school located in Thurrock

andmiddot; Opportunity to take on a leadership role within Drama and Performing Arts

andmiddot; Work with pupils across Year 7 through to Year 13 / Sixth Form

andmiddot; Benefit from a dedicated leadership team committed to providing a positive school culture and supporting staff development

Key Requirements - Achievement Director of Performing Arts

andmiddot; Experience teaching Drama / Performing Arts

andmiddot; Experience in a Head of Department / Phase Leader capacity

andmiddot; A passion and dedication for teaching and supporting young people

andmiddot; Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships

andmiddot; Strong leadership and organisational skills

Interested?

Apply for this Achievement Director of Performing Arts role or contact Shanti at Unity Education on (phone number removed).