Head of Drama

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Job Description

• King Edward VI School
• Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3BH
• Salary: MPR/UPR + TLR2b
• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Permanent. Required from January 2026
• Reference: 7739

We are looking for an ambitious, caring and committed leader as Head of Drama who can help us to 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.

You will need:

We are seeking to appoint a person who:

• is passionate about Drama and Performing Arts and is able to inspire our students with a similar love for the subject
• is committed to comprehensive education, and to 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 help 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, and we have free car parking, an Employee Assistance Programme, good public transport links and excellent on-site catering facilities.

To find out more

Please read the Application Information Pack (pdf) and Application Guidance (word)

For an informal discussion only, please call Sarah Trueman, HR and Training Manager on 01284 716180 opt 3 or email sjt@king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk

School visits are also welcomed.

How to apply

Please complete the Application Form (word) alternatively, application forms are available on our website and completed forms to be returned to vacancies@king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk

Closing date: 9 am, 17 September 2025.

Interview date: week commencing 22 September 2025.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is also subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and children's barred list check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the school.

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