Leader of Musical Theatre

Job Overview

Leader of Musical Theatre

Preamble

This job description is written in accordance with our school strategy. It refers directly to the 'Organisational optimisation' strategic pillar and is put together in the context of the Purpose, mission and values.

Purpose | To empower young people to understand, care and create a better future.

Mission | Foster learning with a rich curriculum that develops intellectual, social, physical and creative skills, preparing students for global citizenship.

Our Values

Care | Compassion | Empathy | Looking After One Another | Asking Difficult Questions with Respect | Wellbeing | Happiness

Dedication | Commitment | Giving Our All | Going the Extra Mile | Consistency | Showing Up When Things Get Tough | Striving for Excellence

Integrity | Honesty | Fairness | Transparency | Doing Our Part | Respect

Curiosity | Keep Asking Questions | Drive to Evolve | Inquisitive | Explore Ways to Do Things Better | Keep Learning | Creativity

Leader of Musical Theatre

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The Leader of Musical Theatre at St Catherine's British School will play a central role in enriching the school's co-curricular life by running our secondary Musical Theatre Club. The postholder will lead weekly sessions that inspire and challenge students, fostering creativity, collaboration, and performance skills. Reporting to the Deputy Head Co-Curricular and liaising with the Head of Music and Head of Theatre, the successful candidate will have the enthusiasm and expertise to engage young people in all aspects of musical theatre, including acting, singing, and movement, and to direct performance opportunities within the school year.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong performing arts experience who is passionate about working with young people. The post is part-time, requiring a set number of hours per week during term time.

St Catherine's is a leading independent British international school that teaches 1,400 pupils from 3 to 18 years of age. The school is a member of HMC, COBIS, and is an IBO World School. It teaches the EYFS curriculum and the National Curriculum for England and Wales, as well as IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school is a dynamic and exciting community with innovative teaching and learning practice at its core and a strong extra-curricular programme.

St. Catherine's is a leading independent British international school that teaches 1400 pupils from 3 to 18 years of age. The school is a member of HMC, COBIS, and is an IBO world school. It teaches the EYFS curriculum and the National Curriculum for England and Wales, as well as IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school is a dynamic and exciting community with innovative teaching and learning practice at its core with a strong extra-curricular programme.

Please apply by email, to , using the school's application form. Further information regarding the school, the job description, person specification and details of the application procedure can be obtained from the school's website Please note that we do not accept the simple submission of a CV. Please be aware that you must have the rights to work within the EU (i.e., be a Greek or EU citizen, or have a residence permit to work in Greece).

St Catherine's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office. Please include the names and contact details of three referees. Please note that any personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only and for unsuccessful candidates' personal data will be destroyed on completion of the process.

St Catherine's is a Registered Charity No

The closing date for applications Friday, 10th October 2025. Interviews will be arranged at the earliest convenience thereafter.

Leader of Musical Theatre

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Reports to: Deputy Head, Co-Curricular

Type of contract: Part-Time, term-time only

Place of Work: Upper School

Position Overview

The Leader of Musical Theatre will design and deliver engaging co-curricular sessions in musical theatre, developing students' performance skills, confidence, and appreciation of the arts. The role includes preparing students for an annual musical theatre production, showcases, or other school events, and ensuring that rehearsals and productions are well-organised, inclusive, and high-quality.

Main responsibilities

• Plan and deliver weekly Musical Theatre Club sessions for secondary students.
• Teach and direct students in acting, singing, and movement, developing skills across all three disciplines.
• Prepare students for performance opportunities during the school year, including an annual musical theatre production.
• Collaborate with the Head of Music, Head of Theatre, and Deputy Head, Co-Curricular to integrate the club into the wider school co-curricular programme.
• Ensure rehearsals and performances are safe, inclusive, and well-structured.
• Inspire enthusiasm and commitment among students, fostering creativity, teamwork, and resilience.
  Maintain high expectations of behaviour, participation, and performance.

While the above includes a description of the essential functions of the position, other duties may be assigned by the Deputy Head Co-curricular as appropriate.

St. Catherine's British School is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of children. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Act 1975, the successful applicant will be required to apply for an International Child Protection Certificate if they are a non-local hire. Local hires are required to complete a Greek criminal record check.