School Status & Location Sector: Leading Independent School (with Sixth Form). Borough: Islington (Inner London, England). Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026. The Opportunity & School Profile This highly regarded Independent School seeks a dynamic leader to become Head of Drama. The role requires managing the curriculum, inspiring practical performance excellence, and overseeing a busy schedule of extracurricular productions across the senior school. Core Responsibilities & Teaching Scope Director/Producer: Leading the Drama curriculum across Key Stage 3 up to A-Level. Performance Leader: Directing major school productions and managing technical requirements in collaboration with technicians. Curriculum Manager: Managing the departmental budget, resources, and staff. Compensation & Benefits Essential Requirements: Relevant Degree in Drama/Theatre Studies and QTS. Proven experience in departmental leadership or significant second-in-charge experience is essential. Salary: Highly competitive salary compensated on the school's independent pay scale, reflecting Inner London weighting. Support: Excellent performance facilities and a strong, supportive creative arts faculty.