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Head of Drama - Full-time

Haberdashers' Crayford Academy, Dartford

  • Ref:KCC303-6907-6T
  • Posted:08/06/2023
  • Pay:Enhanced MPS/UPS with outer london allowance + TLR
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:30/06/2023 at 15:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Are you a passionate and experienced Drama teacher ready to take the lead in shaping the next generation of performers? Are you eager to inspire students to explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop their theatrical skills? We are seeking a visionary and dynamic Head of Drama to join our school and lead our thriving drama department to new heights.

As the Head of Drama, you will have the opportunity to shape and deliver an outstanding Drama curriculum that fosters creativity, confidence, and a love of the arts in our students.

You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Drama program, including developing and implementing innovative teaching strategies, leading performances, managing resources and budgets, and mentoring and supporting our team of talented Drama teachers. If you are a dedicated and visionary Drama teacher with a passion for theatrical arts and a desire to lead and inspire others, we invite you to join our team and make a lasting impact on the artistic journey of our students.

At Crayford Academy, we can offer you an enhanced salary package, which is not only higher than the national average but also exceeds that of other Bexley schools, making us a financially rewarding place to work.

Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South is a multi-academy trust with five primary and four secondary schools in and around south-east London.  These are currently organised as four ‘clusters’, Crayford Academy is part of the Bexley cluster which provides schooling for children aged 3-18 with over 1600 children in three schools: Crayford Academy (secondary), Crayford Primary and Slade Green Primary. 

If this role sounds like it’s for you, we’d love to hear from you.

Full job details and application form available at www.habstrustsouth.org.uk/vacancies/

Information about the school

Welcome to Crayford Academy, where education and excellence go hand in hand. Our dedicated team are committed to providing a dynamic and engaging learning environment for our pupils that is safe and supportive too. We strive to create a culture of curiosity, creativity and critical thinking that prepares our students for success in their futures whatever they may be.

We are proud of the achievements of our pupils and the impact they make in the world. We are a popular school, oversubscribed in year 7 and our 6th form. Our pupils leave Crayford Academy with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.

Our School was inspected by OFSTED in December 2022 with inspectors stating “Pupils are part of a strong and inclusive community. They meet the high expectations placed on them and have positive attitudes to learning”. OFSTED graded our school “GOOD” in all areas, you can read the full report here

Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South is a multi-academy trust with five primary and four secondary schools in and around south-east London. These are currently organised as four ‘clusters’, Crayford Academy is part of the Bexley cluster which provides schooling for children aged 3-18 with over 1600 children in three schools: Crayford Academy (secondary), Crayford Primary and Slade Green Primary.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.