Head of Drama

Head of Drama – January Start – Rickmansworth

Location: Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, temp to perm
Salary: £34,398 – £52,490 (MPS to UPS plus TLR, 2025/26 academic year)

Are you an experienced and creative Drama Teacher with proven leadership experience, ready to lead a thriving department?

Supply Desk is working with a high-achieving secondary school in Rickmansworth seeking an inspiring Head of Drama to lead their vibrant Drama department from January 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator with leadership experience who is committed to fostering creativity, confidence, and excellence in every student.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Drama Teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

• Significant leadership experience within a school or department

• Experience teaching Drama across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)

• Strong ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a team

• Excellent organisational and curriculum planning skills

• Genuine enthusiasm for performing arts and pupil achievement

• Outstanding classroom management and communication skills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Drama department, including curriculum planning and delivery

• Teach engaging and high-quality Drama lessons across key stages

• Inspire pupils to develop confidence, creativity, and performance skills

• Monitor and assess student progress to secure excellent outcomes

• Coordinate school productions and extra-curricular drama activities

• Contribute to whole-school events and staff development initiatives

Why Work With Supply Desk

• Dedicated consultant focused on finding the right school for you

• Access to continuous CPD and leadership training opportunities

• Temp to perm opportunities within supportive, high-performing schools

• Career progression and professional development opportunities

• Competitive pay in line with MPS–UPS scale plus TLR allowance

How to Apply
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