Drama Subject Lead

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, well qualified and skilled Drama Subject Leader to join our welcoming, successful and growing school, starting in Janaury 2026.

We are looking for a colleague who:

  • Is a skilled, versatile and driven Drama Subject Leader with a passion for delivering an excellent Music provision to students across Years 7 to 13.
  • Consistently models excellent practice and has students' academic progress and personal development at the core of their professional motivation
  • Wants an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant, diverse and growing organisation.
  • Is keen to work collaboratively within the wider Creatives Faculty team.

What skills and experience we're looking for

▪Teaching of GCSE Drama Courses (Essential)

▪ Excellent lesson planning and design (Essential)

▪ Effective design of curriculum schemes of work and long-term plans (Essential)

▪ A successful track record in raising student attainment in Drama subjects

▪ Line management or mentoring of other staff

▪ Experience of contribution to whole school improvement strategies

▪ Experience of innovative approaches to the development of teaching and learning

▪ Running of extra-curricular programs related to Drama

▪ Understanding of GCSE, BTEC and A level course specifications and examination expectations

What the school offers its staff

In return, you will get:

  • The chance to work in a highly successful and positive Creatives Team which achieves excellent results
  • The opportunity to work with colleagues from across a diverse and growing Trust
  • A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment in a school that prioritises staff well-being, support and professional development.

Further details about the role

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to equality and diversity and to being a family where everyone can be themselves. We are committed to continuous improvement in how representative we are of our local communities, including gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity.We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, and staff networks to provide a supportive environment in the workplace where members can receive peer to peer support.

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be sought and the successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Further details about the role

How to apply

How to apply

To apply please go to the ‘Join Us’ section of our website www.chartereastdulwich.org.uk to download an application form and job description. Alternatively, please contact our HR Department, email recruitment@tcset.org.uk or telephone on 0203 873 2290.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Direct applications only - No agencies, please.

Closing Date: 11th September 2025

Interviews: W/C 15th September 2025

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to equality and diversity, and to being a family where everyone can be themselves. We are committed to continuous improvement in how representative we are of our local communities, including gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, and staff networks to provide a supportive environment in the workplace where members can receive peer to peer support.

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment.

Job Title
Drama Subject Lead
Start Date
January 1, 2026
As soon as possible
Department
Key Stage 3 & 4
Pay Scale
Teachers Pay Scale + TLR 2B
Contract type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full time
Closing date for applications
September 11, 2025

Organisation Information

The Charter School East Dulwich
Jarvis Road
London
SE22 8RB

office@chartereastdulwich.org.uk
www.chartereastdulwich.org.uk