Head of Academic Drama

Westminster School are seeking an inspiring, creative and innovative Head of Department, who will continue to raise the profile of Academic Drama and engender enthusiasm and passion for Drama as an academic and co-curricular subject.

The Head of Academic Drama occupies a pivotal and highly-valued place in the intellectual and cultural life of the School and is responsible for:

• The successful teaching of Drama and ensuring its contribution to the educational aims of the School in ways that will inspire pupils
• Co-ordinating and leading the teaching of the AQA GCSE and A-level specifications
• The provision of academic leadership to departmental colleagues, playing a significant role in their review and professional development
• The effective representation of the academic department both within and beyond the School

The successful candidate will also contribute fully to the co-curricular programme by supporting the Director of Drama, and also the pastoral life of the School.

In our current climate, we are looking for a candidate who is flexible and confident in their use of online technologies and remote learning platforms.

Westminster is one of the UK’s leading academic institutions and is the only ancient London school to occupy its original site. Situated close to Parliament and Westminster Abbey, together with the stimulating diversity of the South Bank and West End, the School has a special atmosphere.

If you would like to discuss further details of the post informally in the first instance, please contact the Director of Drama, Peter Chequer (peter.chequer@westminster.org.uk).

For further information and to apply please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 17 March 2021 at 12pm.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for applications, so an early application is encouraged.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation.

Westminster School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The School is a Registered Charity (no 312728).