Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music): Inspirational Arts Leadership Role

Step into a transformative Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) position in vibrant Havering, where your creativity, vision, and drive will shape an outstanding Performing Arts department. We’re searching for a charismatic leader whose passion for Drama and Music will ignite imaginations, foster talent, and set new benchmarks of excellence. If you live and breathe the performing arts and are eager to leave an indelible legacy, this is your stage—perfect for a high-calibre educator recognised for galvanising students and staff alike.

As Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music), you’ll gain unrivalled leadership experience in a forward-thinking school with a dynamic, collaborative ethos. You’ll work alongside fellow sector-leading professionals, gaining access to cutting-edge resources, continuous professional development, and a nurturing environment where innovation in arts education is celebrated and rewarded. Expect an ambitious, high-support, high-challenge culture with bold aspirations and an unwavering commitment to the transformative power of performing arts.

Key Highlights:

• Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) – lead, inspire, achieve
• Up to £220 per day, contingent on experience and impact
• Located in thriving Havering with swift access to creative London
• Proud Ofsted: Good to Outstanding with exceptional progression trends
• Outstanding CPD, external partnerships, and rapid career innovation
• Ideal for outstanding teachers with proven impact, artistic pedigree, and strong classroom presence
• Exceptional performance spaces, technology-rich music suites, and cross-curricular support

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading, evolving, and elevating the Performing Arts (Drama/Music) curriculum
• Directing high-profile school productions, concerts, competitions, and showcases
• Developing and mentoring a talented team of arts educators
• Building strong external partnerships with professional artists, theatres, and musical institutions
• Driving outstanding outcomes in GCSE, A-Level, and enrichment programmes
• Advocating for student voice, creative risk-taking, and genuine inclusion in the arts

Ideal Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) for this Havering School:

• UK-trained, fully qualified teacher with QTS and specialist Drama or Music background
• Excellent, recent references rated Good or Outstanding for leadership and teaching
• Compelling record of achievement in delivering aspirational arts outcomes
• Confident, energetic communicator who inspires students and colleagues
• Inclusive, imaginative, relentless in pursuit of excellence
• Open to both exceptional ECTs or experienced drama/music heads, if innovative and committed

Why Join This Havering School?:

• Arts-rich environment with incredible facilities and collaborative ethos
• Professional autonomy to shape the department and expand innovative provision
• Supportive senior leadership dedicated to creative and academic excellence
• Extensive mentoring, networking, and progression support
• Diverse student body with a hunger for enrichment and expression
• Genuine investment in wellbeing, culture, and life-long learning

Elevate your career as a Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) in a Havering setting where your expertise, vision, and passion will be celebrated every day. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—step forward and claim your place at the heart of this thriving school community.

How to Apply

Ready to take centre stage in your career? Seize the moment—applications for the Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) at our vibrant Havering all-through school are open and under active review. With interviews already underway, your chance to inspire and lead could be slipping away. Make your mark—submit your application now to be in the running!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving East London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!