Head of Drama Department (fixed-term contract to 31 August 2027)

HEAD OF DRAMA DEPARTMENT

MPR / UPR (Outer London) plus TLR (£8,611 pa)

Fixed-term contract - required from June 2026 until August 2027

We are seeking a Head of Drama who possesses the deep subject knowledge and leadership potential to inspire our curious, diverse and highly motivated students.

We greatly value the role that Drama plays in the curricular and extra-curricular life of the school and we celebrate the powerful impact of the performing arts on a young person’s intellectual and emotional development. Outcomes for 2025 were:

· GCSE: 96% of students achieved grades 9-7

· A Level: 100% of students achieved A*-B

· Extracurricular: There is an extensive range of performances throughout the year for our students across all key stages, which allows for many of the students to become involved in the whole process of theatre production.

While you must be confident in teaching Drama to A level, previous management experience is not essential. We are committed to nurturing talent and will provide support to help you develop the leadership skills required to head a department of this stature.

Candidates suitable for the role will:

· have strong subject knowledge and be confident in teaching Drama to high achieving students

· be confident teaching all key stages including A-level Drama

· be an excellent classroom practitioner who is prepared to be innovative in their teaching a

· provide extensive opportunities outside of the classroom that inspire and engage

· have the ability to communicate effectively with all staff, students and parents

· be passionate about personal and professional development and demonstrate a willingness to engage with the findings of evidence-based research through our whole school CPD programme.

We can offer:

· the opportunity to join a highly successful and collaborative staff body

· a well-established curriculum with high quality lesson resources available for all key stages

· a stimulating and creative environment in a school where extra-curricular activities flourish

· a diverse workplace, with an engaged student and staff community who are currently collaborating on developing our whole school digital and AI strategy

· a two-week October half term

· a caring environment where the work-life balance of teachers is proactively supported by the governors and senior leadership team.

· Teacher pension scheme

· a wide range of online paid resources to support teaching and learning

· numerous other benefits (please see our attached information pack)

The Tiffin Girls’ School is ideally situated just fifteen minutes’ walk from Kingston upon Thames town centre and mainline station (Zone 6). For further information about our school please see our web site

Please apply using the downloadable application form on this page, on our website or email. Please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

Closing date: 9.00am Monday 16 2026

Interviews: week commencing 16 March 2026 (antipated either 18 or 20 March 2026)

The school reserves the right to close applications early and to appoint prior to the deadline.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to enhanced child protection screening including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).