Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) – Visionary Leadership in Barnet

Seize the rare opportunity to shape a cutting-edge Performing Arts department as Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) in one of Barnet’s most ambitious secondary schools. Your leadership will be the driving force behind a dynamic, inclusive, and trailblazing arts programme that empowers students, inspires educators, and ignites a love of performance across the school. This is a dream post for a passionate, innovative, and accomplished leader ready to transform young lives through Drama and Music.

As Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music), you'll gain unrivalled leadership experience within a school celebrated for its high standards and vibrant creativity. You'll steer a performing arts faculty equipped with state-of-the-art studios, soundproof music rooms, and a fully-equipped theatre. Our ethos? Excellence in education, bold artistic exploration, and tangible support for your ambitions. We invest deeply in our staff, offering exceptional progression routes and bespoke CPD opportunities – making this the ideal environment for driven, visionary educators.

Key Highlights:

• Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) – School-wide leadership
• £40,317-£62,496 per year (Inner London MPS–UPS)
• Prime Barnet location with outstanding transport links
• Ofsted rating: Good to Outstanding (consistently high outcomes)
• Bespoke CPD; advanced leadership and curriculum innovation training
• Suits inspiring, impact-driven teachers with QTS seeking career-defining roles
• Inspiring studios, digital media suites, and industry-standard rehearsal spaces
• Vibrant staff culture and robust wellbeing programmes

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading, strategising, and evolving all aspects of Drama and Music provision
• Line-managing and mentoring an enthusiastic, skilled team of arts specialists
• Designing innovative, inclusive curricula to drive exceptional student progress
• Curating unforgettable school productions and public performance events
• Building strong community engagement with artists, performers, and parents
• Analysing data to ensure outstanding academic and creative outcomes

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

• UK-trained educator with QTS and a stellar track record in performing arts
• Strong experience in both Drama and Music, with proven curriculum impact
• Passionate, visionary, and ready to drive a culture of artistic excellence
• Energetic leader who inspires staff and students to achieve their creative best
• Adept at managing multiple projects and thriving in a fast-paced environment
• Good or Outstanding classroom references – high standards are a must
• ECTs welcome if demonstrating clear leadership potential and subject mastery

Why Join This Barnet School?:

• Dynamic arts faculty with a reputation for show-stopping productions
• Warm, supportive leadership team that celebrates ambition and individuality
• Access to outstanding, purpose-built facilities and resources
• Excellent progression into senior leadership and wider arts networks
• A student-centred community that places creativity at the heart of learning
• Central Barnet location, close-knit team, and a spirit of collaboration

Take your leadership journey to an entirely new level as Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) at this trailblazing Barnet school. For ambitious, creative educators ready to leave their mark, this is more than a job – it’s a career-defining stage. Submit your application before this coveted opportunity disappears.

How to Apply

Seize your chance to lead creativity and inspire at one of Barnet’s most dynamic all-through schools. Applications are being reviewed as they arrive—if you’re ready to make an immediate impact in Performing Arts, don’t wait. Submit your details now; shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews without delay.

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!