School Status & Location
Sector: Leading Independent School (with Sixth Form).
Borough: Islington (Inner London England).
Start Date: Permanent full-time role commencing January 2026.
The Opportunity & School Profile
This highly regarded Independent School seeks a dynamic leader to become Head of Drama. The role requires managing the curriculum inspiring practical performance excellence and overseeing a busy schedule of extracurricular productions across the senior school.
Core Responsibilities & Teaching Scope
Director/Producer: Leading the Drama curriculum across Key Stage 3 up to A-Level.
Performance Leader: Directing major school productions and managing technical requirements in collaboration with technicians.
Curriculum Manager: Managing the departmental budget resources and staff.
Compensation & Benefits
Essential Requirements: Relevant Degree in Drama/Theatre Studies and QTS. Proven experience in departmental leadership or significant second-in-charge experience is essential.
Salary: Highly competitive salary compensated on the schools independent pay scale reflecting Inner London weighting.
Support: Excellent performance facilities and a strong supportive creative arts faculty.
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