Croydon
Head of Drama Department\n\nSouth Norwood | Full Time | Permanent\nNot suitable for ECTs\n\nWe are seeking an ambitious, creative and inspiring Head of Drama to lead our thriving Drama Department and drive excellence in performing arts across the school. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate teacher with strong leadership skills to shape an engaging curriculum, deliver outstanding performances and inspire students of all abilities.\n\nThe successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven track record of raising achievement at GCSE level and a passion for developing young people through performance and creativity.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAs Head of Drama, you will:\n\nLead and develop the Drama Department to ensure high standards of teaching and learning\nDeliver engaging and challenging Drama lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4\nDirect and produce high-quality school performances and productions\nMotivate and inspire students regardless of their starting points\nMonitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainment\nLead curriculum development in line with current educational thinking and the National Curriculum\nSupport and develop colleagues within the department\nPromote inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities through the performing arts\nContribute to the wider life of the school community\n\nThe Successful Candidate Will Have:\n\nQualifications, Knowledge & Experience\n\nEducated to degree level or equivalent\nQualified Teacher Status (QTS)\nExcellent knowledge of performing arts and directing performances\nStrong understanding of current educational practice and the National Curriculum\nSuccessful experience teaching Drama at GCSE level with good or better outcomes\nEvidence of raising achievement and adding value for student groups\nExperience of leadership and managing change effectively\nExperience of working collaboratively to deliver successful outcomes\nA strong understanding of how children learn and how standards can be raised\n\nEssential Skills\n\nExcellent organisational and time management skills\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\nStrong IT literacy\nAbility to communicate effectively with children, parents, colleagues and external stakeholders\nAbility to establish a positive presence across the school\nAbility to prioritise, plan and organise both themselves and others\nAbility to develop supportive and professional working relationships\nAbility to deliver and support high-quality performances using specialist technology and resources\nA strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people\n\nPersonal Qualities\n\nPassion for education and making a difference to young people's lives\nCommitment to the Academy's vision of supporting students to become aspirational young people who thrive in a changing world\nAbility to motivate others and maintain high expectations\nFlexible, resilient and able to work effectively under pressure\nCommitment to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities\nEnthusiasm for performance and the arts\nStrong attendance and punctuality record\nWillingness to work hard and contribute fully to school life\nBelief in inclusive education and supporting pupils with diverse educational needs\nAbility to work effectively as part of a team\n\nWhy Join Us?\n\nWe offer:\n\nA supportive and ambitious leadership team\nEnthusiastic and motivated students\nOpportunities for professional development and career progression\nA welcoming and inclusive school community\nThe opportunity to make a genuine impact through the performing artsWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS checks and references.\n\nAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION\n\nAll applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy\nYour CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained\nYou must have legal right to work in the UK\nYou must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.\n\nDisclaimer\n\n'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community