Head of Drama – Secondary School (KS3–KS5)
Location: [Birmingham, B16
Start date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR £3477 (depending on experience)
Lead the spotlight. Inspire the next generation of performers.
We’re working with a vibrant and ambitious secondary school looking for a dynamic Head of Drama to lead their performing arts provision. You’ll bring creative vision, strong leadership, and a passion for theatre developing both the curriculum and the extra-curricular offer to ensure every student has the chance to shine.
About the Role
As Head of Drama, you’ll:
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Lead and manage the Drama department, overseeing curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment across KS3–KS5
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Teach inspiring lessons that develop students’ performance, devising, and analytical skills
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Direct school productions and coordinate extra-curricular activities, clubs, and theatre trips
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Mentor and support colleagues, sharing best practice and driving high standards
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Promote the performing arts as a central part of school life and culture
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
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Holds QTS and has significant experience teaching Drama across secondary key stages
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Has a track record of strong student outcomes and innovative teaching
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Is confident leading productions and extra-curricular programmes
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Can inspire and motivate both staff and students
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Has excellent organisational skills and a collaborative leadership style
What You’ll Get
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The opportunity to shape and grow the Drama department
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Access to excellent facilities and resources, including a performance space/theatre
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Weekly PAYE pay or a direct school contract no umbrella deductions
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Leadership CPD and professional development opportunities
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A supportive SLT that values the arts and creative education
Ready to take centre stage in your teaching career?
Apply today or contact us we’ll help you step into a leadership role where creativity meets opportunity.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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