Curriculum Leader of Drama

The Gateway Trust Main/Upper Pay Range £32,916-£51,048 per annum

With additional TLR 2a £3,527 per annum

Full Time 

Permanent 

Start date: September 2026

Pupils are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that providing the highest quality education gives young people the very best life chances, and we go above and beyond to make this happen.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, talented and innovative Curriculum Leader for Drama, with excellent communication skills and the ability to teach across the full age and ability range at Key Stages 3 and 4 within a well-resourced department.  The successful applicant will share our vision for excellence and be committed to raising achievement for all pupils.

Teaching at Cams Hill School follows The Cams Hill Way; shared routines and expectations, an aligned curriculum, and standardised resources. The principles of the Cams Hill Lesson include teaching to the top, equitable questioning, and adaptive teaching, using strategies that are necessary for some and beneficial for all.

Leaders at Cams Hill School embody our values of courtesy, courage, and commitment. The Curriculum Leader is responsible for curriculum, teaching, and assessment within their subject area, delivering high-quality CPL for colleagues and leading rigorous quality assurance to secure the very best educational experiences for our pupils. 

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation while benefiting from the guidance, resources, and professional support needed to thrive.

The position offers a friendly, highly supportive and committed working environment within a culture of success and professional growth. We are committed to continuous professional learning and would welcome applications from candidates eager to develop their career in a vibrant and ambitious school.

Are you: 

• dedicated to working with young people?

• driven to create engaging learning experiences in Drama? 

• keen to be part of the Cams Hill School community and able to embody and impart our core values: courtesy, courage, and commitment?

If you would like to be part of a school which develops pupils to be positive contributors to society, and which values its staff, we would very much like to hear from you.

Closing date for applications is: Midday Thursday 14 May 2026

Interviews are expected to take place w/c 18 May, please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to interview exceptional candidates prior to the closing date and to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

About the School

Cams Hill School is a state comprehensive secondary school that has high quality teaching and learning opportunities along with a deep and embedded strong academic drive. These elements, coupled with a phenomenal co-curricular programme of activities, engage, challenge, inspire and develop highly qualified, confident, resilient individuals.

We are extremely proud of our school. It is a special place to learn and work and, at Cams Hill, it is definitely the people that make the place: pupils, staff; parents and carers. All staff are part of a culture of trust, autonomy, parity, respect and are regularly recognised for their contributions. All staff complete annual performance management reviews with the opportunity to receive progression through the pay scale and the potential to receive remuneration for exceptional performance.

Cams Hill School recognises the benefits derived from investing in our staff, and there are a number of additional benefits available to all staff:

• Teachers Pension Scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• Free parking for all staff
• Access to School Dining with Chef Manager
• Free use of the Fitness Suite
• Annual Flu Jabs offered via the onsite welfare team, free
• Assistance towards eye tests and glasses

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.