Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) – Transform Arts at Leading Croydon School

Seize the extraordinary opportunity to become Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) at a thriving, forward-thinking Croydon secondary. Ready to ignite a love of Drama and Music, drive innovation through the Arts, and lead a passionate team to new heights? This is a career-defining post for an exceptional teacher seeking to combine vision, leadership, and hands-on artistry in an ambitious learning environment that is deeply invested in creativity, performance and student success.

As Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music), you’ll gain unrivalled exposure to high-level curriculum development, production leadership, and departmental management. Immerse yourself in a values-driven, inclusive culture, and shape the artistic journey of a dynamic school hailed for both academic achievement and creative excellence. This school invests heavily in professional growth – ideal for ambitious teachers eager for stretch, responsibility, and progression within a flourishing, well-equipped faculty.

Key Highlights:

• Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) – Dept. leadership and creative strategy
• Outer London MPS1-6 (£37,870 - £50,474) Per Year – rewarding progression
• Situated in energetic, diverse Croydon, easily accessed from across South London
• Recent Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – celebrated for Arts beyond the classroom
• Extensive CPD – external partnerships, senior leadership pipeline, national stage
• Perfect for talented Drama or Music specialists ready to step up, or current HoDs ready for whole-school impact
• Superb new studios, purpose-built theatre, and high-spec music tech labs

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the Performing Arts faculty, championing both Drama and Music provision
• Directing inspiring school-wide productions, concerts and creative showcases
• Coordinating a skilled team of teachers, peris and visiting artists
• Crafting a vibrant, inclusive curriculum that raises engagement and standards
• Forging partnerships with leading arts organisations and the local creative community
• Implementing targeted strategies to elevate attainment and enrich cultural capital

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

• UK-trained teacher of Drama/Music with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Outstanding practitioner with proven results and top references
• Dynamic leader with vision for KS3-5 Performing Arts
• Open to high-performing ECTs with strong subject expertise and proven impact
• Committed to inclusive, diverse, and ambitious education for every learner

Why Join This Croydon School?:

• Vibrant, creative and collaborative staff culture
• State-of-the-art performing arts spaces and technical support
• Unrivalled support from SLT and established partnerships with top London arts venues
• Inspiring, respectful and eager student body
• Fast-track leadership opportunities in a school renowned for staff retention and development

A rare chance for a Head of Performing Arts (Drama/Music) to grow their leadership and innovation at one of Croydon's top schools. Informal visits and early applications encouraged – secure your next chapter in a school where the Arts truly shape futures.

How to Apply

Seize the initiative and showcase your leadership in the arts—this is your moment to step into a pivotal Head of Performing Arts role! Croydon is calling for innovative educators ready to make an immediate impact across all school phases. Interviews are already underway, so send your application without delay to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!