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Head of Drama

Pay: Paid to scale (Outer London) - temporary or permanent, salary or daily rate equivalent
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026 | Contract: Full-time

Lead the Drama department and inspire students across all key stages.

Empowering Learning are recruiting a Head of Drama for a secondary school in Havering. This leadership role involves managing the Drama department, delivering high-quality Drama lessons across KS3-KS5, and driving pupil progression through an engaging and creative curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the Drama department, including curriculum planning, staff support, and student development

Teach Drama across KS3-KS5, fostering performance, practical skills, and theory

Apply strong behaviour management and maintain organised classrooms

Support interventions, enrichment, and extra-curricular Drama activities

Monitor student progress, outcomes, and departmental performance

What's on offer:

Paid to scale - salary or daily rate equivalent
Full-time, temporary or permanent role
Leadership opportunity with CPD and professional development
Supportive school environment and modern Drama facilitiesYou will need:

QTS and leadership experience in a Drama or performing arts department
Proven ability to teach Drama at KS3-KS5
Strong classroom management, organisation, and leadership skills
Commitment to student progression, creativity, and high standardsApply now or send your CV to Brad at Empowering Learning.

Empowering Learning is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all applicants