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Head of Performing Arts
Lift Kingsley, Hounslow, TW3 1AXThis job expired on 12 December 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
March 2026
Closing date
12 December 2025 at 11:12am
Date listed
21 November 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £37870 - £50474 per annum
Head of Performing Arts job summary
Salary: MPR + TLR 2b Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional Benefits
Hours: Full Time
Contract type: Fixed term (March 2027)
Start date: March 2026
We are seeking an inspirational Drama practitioner with the vision, drive, and expertise to lead our Performing Arts provision across the Academy. You will oversee a team of three specialist teachers: this team forms a committed, creative, and ambitious Performing Arts department ready for the next stage of its development.
The successful candidate will lead on curriculum design, raise standards of teaching and learning, and champion a culture where creativity, confidence, and expression thrive across Drama and Music.
You will also have a key role in strengthening enrichment, school productions, showcases, and wider opportunities for students to engage in the performing arts.
What We're Looking For:
* An experienced Performing Arts Drama specialist with a record of excellent classroom practice
* A strategic, motivating leader who can inspire colleagues and drive departmental improvement
* Someone who can elevate participation in productions, concerts, and performance events
* A commitment to inclusive practice and recognising talent in every student
* A collaborative and flexible approach aligned with Lift Kingsley's values
About Lift Kingsley
Lift Kingsley, is a 'Good' 11-18 secondary school that has made remarkable progress in recent years. Our school has grown significantly and is now full in every year group, with waiting lists across all years-a testament to our success, positive culture, and exceptional student behaviour.
At Lift Kingsley, we are proud to be an inclusive and supportive community school, committed to giving every student the opportunity to achieve academic excellence.This is more than a school-it's a place where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of young people, helping them to reach their full potential and prepare for bright futures.
Who is Lift Schools?
We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:
* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
* Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
The role is due to commence March 2026. This is a full time, fixed term position.
Closing date: 8 December 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
About Lift Kingsley
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 980 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Lift Kingsley website
Lift Kingsley is a thriving 11–18 secondary school rooted in the local community, focused on developing knowledge, ambition, and kindness. Staff at Kingsley are collaborative, well-supported, and deeply invested in our shared vision for student success.
Lift Kingsley is rated 'Good' by Ofsted in all areas and is proudly part of Lift Schools. Since 2019, the academy has made rapid and impressive progress, reflected in significant academic improvements and growing student numbers across all year groups. With a culture of high expectations and no excuses, we are unapologetically ambitious for every student.
Our mission is to deliver academic excellence through a broad, balanced and aspirational curriculum that prepares students for success—whether that’s at top universities like Oxford and King’s College, or in high-quality careers supported by our strong employer partnerships. Beyond the classroom, students benefit from a rich extra-curricular offer designed to build skills, confidence and ambition.
Our Culture
We are committed to disruption-free classrooms, where teachers can teach and students can learn without compromise. At the heart of our school is our ‘DNA’, a set of shared values that guide all we do:
Walk the Talk – We model the standards we expect
High Expectations – We never lower the bar for anyone
No Excuses – We believe every student can succeed
Outstanding Learning – Excellent teaching is our core purpose
WHY JOIN OUR ACADEMY
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.
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