Director of Drama
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: A very attractive and competitive package is offered with the potential of accommodation.
Hours of Work: Full time, term time
Closing date: 29 January 2026
Interviews expected: Shortly after the closing date
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
Job Overview
Stowe seeks an enthusiastic and inspirational Director of Drama.
We are looking for an exceptional Drama practitioner with a strong interest in a wide range of theatrical genres, with a proven ability to teach the subject up to and including A Level.
The Director of Drama is responsible for academic Drama and will also be responsible for leading co-curricular Drama at Stowe and overseeing the direction and organisation of School productions. The successful candidate should be a well-qualified graduate with excellent organisational, interpersonal and leadership skills and an ability to create an ambitious, vibrant performance and learning environment.
A willingness to contribute fully to the Department while also adding to the co-curricular and pastoral life of a busy boarding school is essential.
Early applications are advised as we reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable applicant be found.
For a copy of the candidate pack please click here.
For further information and how to apply please click here.
The Stowe Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and an online background check with our 3rd party provider SP-Index.