James Allen's Girls' School
Southwark
£34,000 - £37,000 per year
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 November 2025
Apply by:
8 September 2025
Job overview
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 postholder will be responsible for the management of our 200-seat auditorium, a flexible stage and our professional sound and lighting facilities. The Post holder 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 post holder 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 post holder 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
* 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:
* Competitive salary
* Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
* Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
* Free onsite parking
* Free gym membership with discounted family rates
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free lunches, teas and coffee all year round
* Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
* School fee discount
* Cycle to work scheme
* Interest-free computer loans
Interest-free transport season ticket loans
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 note that CVs and letters sent without a completed application form will not be accepted.
For further information please contact or telephone the Recruitment team on
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 close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline, 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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About James Allen's Girls' School
James Allen's Girls' School
144 East Dulwich Grove
London
SE22 8TE
United Kingdom
With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls' school in London, James Allen's Girls' School, JAGS, 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 inclusive recruitment and inclusion in the 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
Alex Hutchinson (Head):
"The energy, the vibrancy, the friendships, the support networks - They all combine to build something very special"
Working at JAGS is more than just about working. JAGS is a community and a family that strives to create a warm and supportive environment for both the girls that come to learn here, but also for the staff that come to work here. From your first day at JAGS you will have access to some of the best facilities in the country and will be encouraged to take part in the many activities here.
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:
* Competitive salary
* Choice of Teachers' Pension Scheme or generous alternative defined contribution scheme
* Support staff pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
* Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
* Free onsite parking
* Free gym membership with discounted family rates
* Free lunches, tea and coffee all year round
* Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
* School fee discount
* Cycle to work scheme
* Interest-free computer loans
* Interest-free transport season ticket loans
* Employee Assistance Programme
Working at JAGS is a great opportunity for anyone, whether a teacher, a gardener or an IT technician and we work with all our staff to offer development opportunities wherever possible. If you are interested in working at JAGS but can't see any current suitable vacancies, please do get in touch and express your interest in working with us.
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