What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an ambitious, caring, and committed leader who can help us develop the quality of Drama at King Edward VI School and inspire our students in this wonderful subject.
Your responsibilities:
* To lead the learning of Drama, in all aspects, across the school.
We are seeking to appoint a person who:
* is passionate about Drama and Performing Arts and can inspire our students with a similar love for the subject
* is committed to comprehensive education and improving outcomes for young people
* seeks to build partnerships with the vibrant drama community within the town
* is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding
About us:
King Edward VI CEVC School is a successful, oversubscribed 11-16 school with 1200 students on roll.
We will offer you:
* Support and growth as a middle leader to aid your professional development and a network of like-minded colleagues
* As a school, we are rightly proud of our thriving Creative provision, and you will be a key part of inspiring our school community.
* Our site is well-resourced with free car parking, an Employee Assistance Programme, good public transport links, and excellent on-site catering facilities.
For more information:
For an informal discussion only, please contact Sarah Trueman, HR and Training Manager, at 01284 716180 opt 3 or sjt@king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk. School visits are also welcomed.
How to apply:
Further details are in the attached Information Pack. Applications are available on our website, and completed forms should be sent to vacancies@king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk.
Closing date: 9.00 am Wednesday, 17 September 2025
Interview week: w/c 22 September 2025
What the school offers its staff:
* Free car parking
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Supportive network of colleagues
* Excellent on-site catering
* Commitment to safeguarding
Our organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' guidance. Offers of employment are subject to checks including: childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media checks, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, and suitability to work with children. You must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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