About the role
The position of Head of Drama offers an ambitious and dynamic specialist an exciting and highly rewarding leadership opportunity. The successful applicant will be able to teach all areas of the GCSE and A Level specifications. They will inspire a love of performance, creativity and passion for their subject to lead and inspire our students. Candidates will also be expected to provide strong direction and an ambitious vision for the future of the department as well as contribute to the wider cultural life of the school.
In addition to this role the Drama department currently has two part-time teachers and one full-time Theatre Technician who work closely together as a team.
Drama is an extremely popular subject and students In Year 7, 8 and 9 have one lesson per week mainly in the theatre. We have two GCSE classes and two A Levels classes.
The Drama department is central to the co-curricular life of the school, with a number of performance opportunities through the year, including House Drama, the Senior play and the Year 8 Shakesperience. There Is a whole school production each year and this is a two-year rotation, with a musical one year and a play the next. There are also a number of smaller productions throughout the year.
The applicant must have experience in directing and organising school productions from small scale performances to full scale musicals and plays. Students perform onstage and support in all technical roles developing their skills in our weekly theatre tech club run by our Theatre Technician. The applicant will also have the ability to support students in creating their own work.
The role additionally involves fostering links with external arts organisations, arranging theatre visits and overseas Drama trips.
The School also offers LAMDA which is incredibly popular with two LAMDA peripatetic staff visiting the school each week
The Drama department benefits from a large and newly refurbished fully equipped theatre which has capacity for around 350. It features a modern lighting rig and full AV system. Attached to the this is a new and bright Drama Studio and LAMDA area within the John Crook Theatre. There is also a departmental office with space for each of the staff to work.
To Apply:
Email the completed application form, along with a covering letter, addressed to the Headmaster, Mr James Davies to hr@hallifordschool.co.uk
Applications must be received by midday on Wednesday 10th December 2025.
Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.
We are proactively committed to creating a diverse staff body which reflects the community that we teach. At Halliford School we value diversity and inclusion; we want to attract the best people for the role. This is regardless of age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability, socioeconomic status or religious beliefs.
Halliford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share our commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and the successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure and employment reference checks. You must be eligible to work in the UK.
All applications will be acknowledged by email.
Offers of employment are subject to the receipt of a minimum of two references which are satisfactory to the School. Please refer to our Recruitment Selection and Disclosure Policy which can be found on the school website.
About the role
Halliford School is seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic peripatetic woodwind teacher to join a team of experienced, friendly and supportive Visiting Music Teachers.
Working within our well-resourced and flourishing department, the successful candidate will be experienced in teaching saxophone, clarinet and flute to students of all abilities. They will assist pupils in preparations for performances, examinations and auditions as appropriate. We currently prepare students for ABRSM, Trinity and Rock School exams in addition to university choral scholarships, including Oxbridge.
Candidates will need to demonstrate expertise within their field with proven ability as a performer and a teacher. They will be willing to dedicate time to support the Music Department through assistance in concerts, open days and other public events from time to time. They will additionally co-lead the School’s Jazz Band.
The position is required from January 2026, and the current requirement is 4 x 40 minute lessons per week.
Process of Application:
Along with this role description you will have received a copy of the application form, which you are asked to complete in full and as accurately as possible. If you have any queries regarding the application process, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Zoe Fazackerley, who will be delighted to assist you.
Telephone: 01932 234920
E-mail: hr@hallifordschool.co.uk
Completed application forms, together with a supporting letter of application (no more than one side of A4) should be e-mailed to the HR and Recruitment Officer to arrive no later than 12th December 2025. However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview / appoint before the closing date.
On the day of interviews, all applicants will be asked to provide proof of identity and address along with any original certificates pertaining to their qualifications. Following the interview, the successful applicant will be invited to accept the position by telephone, but only once a service agreement has been agreed and signed will unsuccessful applicants be informed. All applicants should be aware that this is a normal part of our selection procedure and should make no assumptions based upon a short delay.
We are proactively committed to creating a diverse staff body which reflects the community that we teach. At Halliford School we value diversity and inclusion; we want to attract the best people for the role. This is regardless of age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability, socioeconomic status or religious beliefs.
Halliford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share our commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and the successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure and employment reference checks. You must be eligible to work in the UK.
All applications will be acknowledged by email.
Offers of employment are subject to the receipt of a minimum of two references which are satisfactory to the School. Please refer to our Recruitment Selection and Disclosure Policy which can be found on the school website.