Head of Drama

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Comcare (Australian Government) Full time
Head of Drama & Theatre Studies (Senior School)

Haileybury seeks an inspiring, innovative, and dedicated Head of Drama & Theatre Studies (Senior School) to lead our exceptional Drama and Theatre program, fostering a rich and stimulating environment where students thrive both academically and through performances.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Curriculum and Policy Development: Preparing and updating curriculum frameworks, assessment documentation, policy statements, booklists, scopes and sequences, and subject descriptors to guide detailed curriculum creation and departmental responsibilities.
2. Staff and Student Allocation and Support: Assisting and advising teachers on classroom management, pedagogy, schedules, and assessments while allocating students and staff to classes in consultation with relevant department heads.
3. Assessment Oversight and Examination Supervision: Overseeing assessment quality, benchmarking, report structures, and exam administration, including paper preparation, entering results, and determining awards and subject suitability for students.
4. Professional Representation and Safety: Representing Drama and Theatre Studies at professional meetings (e.g., Drama Victoria, VCAA) and promoting best practices in Occupational Health and Safety.
5. Resource and Facility Management: Overseeing Drama teaching rooms, equipment, and resources, recommending new purchases, and collaborating with the Library to enhance resource availability.
6. Production Leadership and Cultural Advocacy: Leading Senior School productions by directing and producing shows, promoting cohesion and professionalism, and advocating for Drama, Theatre Studies, and Dance.

About You:

We are looking for applications from brilliant Haileybury teachers who have:

1. Demonstrated experience in Drama & Theatre education.
2. Passionate about drama and theatre, with a proven record of inspiring students to achieve excellence.
3. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage both academic and production schedules.
4. A commitment to fostering a creative and inclusive environment that upholds Haileybury's values and standards.

This is an opportunity to join a vibrant school community and lead a program where creativity and academic achievement unite. If you are an enthusiastic, driven educator with a deep commitment to the dramatic arts, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please click on the "Apply Now" button to be directed to our online recruitment portal.

Want to find out more?

To view the position description, please click on the attachment below. For all enquiries, please contact the People and Culture Team via peopleandculture@haileybury.com.au.

Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening and adhere at all times to the schools' Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, (https://www.haileybury.com.au/policies).

Haileybury is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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