Job Overview About the Post We are looking to appoint a Head of Drama to join our creative and inspiring Performing Arts Team at Poole High School. We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to: Develop and lead a world class Drama curriculum Encourage and grow students in their passion and creativity through opportunities in Drama Teach Drama through KS3 and as a GCSE option subject Lead the bi-annual school production, working with the Performing Arts team Create opportunities for extra curricular creativity and deepen students understanding of career opportunities Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies. What We Can Offer You An opportunity to teach in a school with outstanding facilities loacted on the beautiful South Coast. An outstanding teaching enviroment in our full size theatre with production and technical boards An opportunity to work with creative children and their families An opportunity to direct full bi-annual school performances An exceptional CPD offer from ECT through to preparation for senior and system leadership Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust Automatic membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme Free on-site parking Who We Are Looking For We would love to hear from you if you: Are Passionate About The Performing Arts Creative in your approach to obtaining the best results for young people Have a positive and encouraging personality in all aspects of your teaching Have a “can do” approach when set with tasks You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are: Aim high Keep improving Don’t leave anyone behind See the bigger picture Any questions? To discuss the post or your application, please contact Nikki Steele on 01202 662028 or email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com How To Apply To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: recruitment@twynhamlearning.com Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: https://www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies The closing date for applications is Monday 13 October 2025 at 8am. However, we reserve the right to interview and/or appoint strong candidates before this, so we encourage you to apply early. Interview date to be confirmed.