This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, committed and enthusiastic teacher to take on a leadership role at King Edward VI School. The successful candidate will lead the teaching of Drama and Performing Arts across the age and ability range, including level 2 and 3 BTEC performing arts. We are seeking a passionate and committed Head of Performing Arts to join our community and shape the next generation of performers, creators and critical thinkers. Our School is absolutely committed to expressive arts, and we are sure that society needs to nurture curious and creative young people who will go on to live with imagination and empathy. This is an opportunity to shape and grow the department to be a beacon of excellence in the local community.

We are looking for an exceptional practitioner with some experience in subject leadership. The successful candidate will have a pro-active approach and excellent communication skills. As Head of Performing Arts they will have a strategic role in working to shape the development of the department and maximise engagement and achievement across all key stages. With 38% of Key Stage 4 students achieving Level 2 Distinction* and all students achieving Level 2 Merit or higher the postholder will be joining a high-performing, collaborative department. Alongside the excellent academic results, many students take part in the annual school productions, which are collaborative and involve staff from across the school.

King Edward VI School is a highly successful 11-18 comprehensive school rated Good by OfSTED in 2022 with recognition of outstanding practice and a highly positive ethos. The school is well regarded within the community and has a reputation for high quality teaching. Lichfield is a small, vibrant cathedral city that is easily accessible from the surrounding areas.

For further information and all the documents you will need to make an application, please visit our vacancies page, email: [email protected] or telephone 01543 255714.

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 19 October 2026.

Interview date: Thursday 22 October 2026.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB), which will require you to disclose all criminal convictions.