Head of Drama

About Role

Drama at DHSZ consists of a compulsory curriculum for all students and also a vibrant co-curricular community. We are looking for a skilled, passionate, and collaborative educator who understands the role of drama as a valuable creative discipline and with an essential role in developing skills that support students at university and in life.  We particularly value fostering communication, confidence, creativity, and collaboration. The postholder needs to be confident delivering lessons in English whilst drawing from student’s own personal experience and cultural identity. 

As Head of Drama, the postholder should be enthusiastic about going above and beyond for students, particularly when it comes to co-curricular involvement. They are responsible for shaping every aspect of productions, promoting student leadership and agency. Based on the interests and skills of both the postholder and students, these will include a Chinese drama production, a play, or musical theatre. Our facilities include a Black Box and access to three theatre spaces; our gym converts into a performance space for whole-school events.

Position Start Date: August 2025

Our School

Dulwich International High School Programme Suzhou is the school of choice in Suzhou for parents who wish their children to gain the skills and education necessary for them to be successful in non-Chinese universities. The major destinations for all of our students are the USA and the UK. Our school is home to almost 700 students who study IGCSE and A levels. Our students ask for excellence in teaching and they work hard to achieve offers from their universities of choice. 

We offer a personalised academic curriculum that ensures students leave us with the knowledge and skills to access the world’s best universities. 

Our Teaching Profile

TEACH WORLDWISE

At Dulwich International High School Programme Suzhou, students come first. And because teachers play an extraordinary role in nurturing our students to become confident, curious and knowledgeable global citizens, we look to recruit the very best practitioners in international education who are passionate about unlocking the potential of our students. 

Our teachers nurture and inspire their students today to make a positive difference in the world – living fully, living responsibly, and living sustainably. We empower our Teachers to Live Worldwise.

Our Vision For Teachers

Worldwise Teachers:

•   Put students first in all they do

•   Display a positive attitude, adaptability and open-mindedness 

•   Show professional initiative and perseverance

•   Are truly collaborative and display highly developed communication skills

•   Are committed to internationalism and equity

•   Are committed to sustainability and global citizenship

Post-holder Qualifications, Experience

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE DHSZ is a well-resourced school with highly motivated and academically successful students. Successful applicants will be enthusiastic about the ethos and values of Dulwich International. An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to the chosen candidate.

The successful candidate must be

•   Passionate about Drama and be able to inspire students to study their subject further

•   Capable of delivering Drama knowledge to the depth required at the A2 level 

•   Successful in showing student progress so that students are fully prepared for external examinations at IGCSE and A level stages

•   Experienced (or willing to learn) in using formative assessment in order to advance student learning

•   Actively engaged in furthering their own pedagogical knowledge

•   Willing to collaborate with a diverse range of teachers in order to create an engaging classroom

•   Able to differentiate in order to meet the needs of all students, especially within an EAL environment

•   Willing to engage in the student’s own culture (Chinese) in order to fully know your students

•   Knowledgeable in the latest safeguarding systems in order to ensure student wellbeing

•   Eager to fully engage with the students in their Co-curricular activities 

•   Adaptable in the classroom in order to make full use of educational technology to meet student needs

•   Able to demonstrate that they hold the highest expectations of the students and themselves.

How to Apply

To apply for this position you will need to include:

- an application letter

- your CV

- a statement of educational philosophy

- details of three referees from your current and previous employer

Applications should be submitted through our on-line application system at: https://www.dulwich.org/careers/find-your-career?code=dihsz

For further information please see our website at https://suzhou-high-school.dulwich.org/

The closing date for applications is 31st January 2025.

Interviews will take place as soon as applications are received, therefore early application is encouraged.

Safeguarding Statement

Our College/School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices, which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, successful references, as well as due visa and work permit process as required by Chinese law.

All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, successful references, as well as due visa and work permit process as required by Chinese law.

Click here for the full safeguarding policy.

Equity Diversity Inclusion Statement

EiM is committed to diversity within its team, organisational practices, policies and culture. It recognises that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and it encourages and leverages these differences to make its work more relevant and approachable. EiM will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background. EiM strives to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. It expects everyone who works with it to share this commitment and to act accordingly, as it aspires to best serve the EiM mission and its community.

Competencies

• Core CompetenciesPassion
• Vision
• Collaboration
• Execution Excellence