THEATRE MANAGER
Full Time
Required from November 2025
Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience
This is an exciting opportunity for a Theatre Manager to join our Drama Department.
The Theatre Manager will be responsible for the management of our 200-seat auditorium, a flexible stage and our professional sound and lighting facilities. The Theatre Manager will be responsible for the maintenance of all lighting, sound and technical equipment in the Theatre, Studio and or areas used for performance-based work. They will also be responsible for the organisation, servicing and presentation of all technical areas. The Theatre Manager shall also be responsible for the get-in and get-out of all productions, projects and assessments that take place throughout the year, as part of this the Theatre Manager will be required to be part of the recruitment process for freelance technical/design staff.
The ideal candidate will be have previous technical understanding and expertise in all areas of theatre management, with a talent for motivating and enthusing young learners to achieve.
Due to the nature of the role, the successful post holder will be required to work extended hours on occasion. This would include some weekends and evenings as confirmed with the Director of Drama.
We offer:
* The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place JAGS amongst the leading schools in the UK
* A community of considerate, creative and compassionate students and staff
* A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision
* An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff
* Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning
* A diverse benefits package including:
o Competitive salary Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
o Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
o Free onsite parking
o Free gym membership with discounted family rates
o Employee Assistance Programme
o Free lunches, teas and coffee all year round
o Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
o School fee discount
o Cycle to work scheme Interest-free computer loans
o Interest-free transport season ticket loans
With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls' School in London, James Allen's Girls' School provides a forward-thinking and contemporary education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Located in the London borough of Southwark, JAGS has a diverse school community and is committed to inclusion in he workplace.
Our school aims, both in and out of the classroom, are clear:
* To celebrate our diverse and inclusive community
* To champion social awareness and sustainability
* To empower courage, creativity and compassion in each student
* To inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders
* To nurture respectful, resilient and kind individuals
If this matches your vision, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
How to apply:
We recognise that celebrating the full diversity of staff and students has a positive impact on all and invite applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements.
Please visit our website to download an application form.
Please note that CVs and letters sent without a completed application form will not be accepted.
For further information pleasetelephone the Recruitment team on 020 8693 1181.
Closing Date:Midday on 8 September 2025.
Interview Date:Week commencing 8 September 2025.
Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received. Interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to closethis vacancy earlier than the specifieddeadline,if a suitable candidate is found.
JAGS is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service, and overseas police and regulatory authorities where relevant.
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