Head of Drama

We are looking for someone who is able to inspire children with a love of Drama both as an academic subject and in the world around them. We want someone who is a tireless advocate for the teaching of Drama, and who can lead the department to innovate, to try new approaches and to always look to improve. 

We are developing an academic culture where the highest standards are expected of staff and students. Laureate Academy is an exciting and demanding school, and one where students and staff are exceptionally well supported.  

Please find attached more information about the role and a full job description. 

In return we can offer you: 

• A supportive leadership team, cohesive staff body, and very purposeful environment to work in.

• The opportunity to work within an innovative and ambitious family of schools.

• The opportunity to work with enthusiastic, well-behaved and hardworking pupils.

• Excellent CPD and opportunities for swift career progression, within the Academy and Trust. 

• Access to our employee benefits platform – Perkbox 

• Access to the government backed Cycle to Work Scheme 

• An area well served by public transport and free on-site car park 

• Free use of our on-site gym. 

• Competitive salary and generous holiday entitlements

• Key benefits including pension scheme and season ticket loan  

You will be:

• A fantastic Drama teacher, with superb subject knowledge

• Equipped with excellent academic qualifications

• Aligned with our ambitious educational vision and committed to a knowledge-led curriculum.

• An inspirational teacher, with the capacity to develop excellence in others.

To apply: Please complete the Future Academies teaching staff application form  form (from our website) and send to j.nicholls@laureateacademy.org.uk 

Please visit our Trust’s website (www.futureacademies.org) to find out more about our educational vision and ethos.  

Closing date: Friday 18 October 2019  

Please note that Future Academies reserves the right to shortlist, interview and appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate applies for the post.