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Head of Drama

The Mountbatten School · Romsey, South East

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About the role

Required for September 2026 Are you

ready to lead a thriving Drama Department with ambition, creativity, and

vision? The

Mountbatten School is seeking an inspirational and forward-thinking Head of

Drama to lead our vibrant and successful department. This is an exciting

opportunity for an exceptional practitioner with strong pedagogical

understanding, a passion for drama, and the leadership potential to contribute

to whole-school development. We are

proud of our growing performing arts provision and are committed to delivering

high-quality teaching alongside rich cultural and creative opportunities for

all students. What you’ll bring We are looking for a dynamic leader who can:

Inspire students through a passion for drama that ignites

creativity and curiosity

Demonstrate a track record of outstanding classroom practice

Lead the strategic development of Drama across the school

Enrich the curriculum through vibrant curricular and

extracurricular opportunities

Drive innovative teaching and learning, ensuring consistently

high-quality experiences for all learners

Bring vision, energy, and ambition to a high-profile department

Closing date: 12 noon 5 May 2026

Interviews: 14 May 2026 For further

details and to apply please visit www.mountbatten.school/jo bs, alternatively email human.resources@mountbatten.school or telephone 01794 510227 CVs will not be accepted We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we

receive applications that meet the criteria. We therefore strongly advise

you to submit your application as soon as possible.

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Location Romsey, South East
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