Head of Performing Arts

Summary:

Head of Performing Arts needed to lead music and drama department at a school.

About the School:

A school committed to excellence in education, with a strong focus on character development, student well-being, and a broad curriculum that supports academic and personal growth.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Performing Arts, you will lead and inspire the music and drama department, ensuring a high-quality curriculum that drives student progress and achievement. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the creative learning experience and contribute to a school culture rooted in ambition, resilience, and kindness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver an innovative and high-impact performing arts curriculum.
• Lead and support a team of music and drama teachers to enhance teaching and learning across the school.
• Foster a strong school culture that reflects the values of ambition, resilience, and kindness.
• Promote student engagement and achievement in performing arts through extracurricular and co-curricular activities.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure alignment with the school’s strategic vision and goals.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the performing arts program to ensure continuous improvement.
• Represent the performing arts department in school-wide initiatives and events.
• Ensure the safe and effective use of performing arts facilities and resources.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven leadership experience in a performing arts department.
• Strong subject knowledge in music and drama.
• Experience in curriculum development and delivery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team of teachers.
• Commitment to student well-being and character development.

Preferred

• Experience in a school with a strong performing arts program.
• Background in school improvement or leadership development.
• Experience with Ofsted-inspected schools.
• Familiarity with virtue-based education and values-driven learning.
• Experience in leading professional development and coaching for teachers.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive professional development and coaching opportunities.
• Access to wellness initiatives, including wellbeing-focused breaks and on-site fitness facilities.