Radley College - Director of Drama

Summary

Radley College is inviting applications for Director of Drama from September 2026.

Detail

Drama and Theatre are integral to the life of Radley College, with a strong tradition of excellence. The Director of Drama is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of school performance while providing experiences, opportunities, and challenges for every boy.

The role encompasses overall responsibility for all drama productions at Radley, working closely with the Head of Academic Drama. The Director will teach a reduced timetable and oversee plays, partnerships, and competitions, ensuring a diverse and inclusive programme throughout the year. While maintaining the success of Musical Theatre and a balance of classical and modern repertoire, the post-holder will have flexibility to develop their own vision for the future of Drama at Radley.

The post would suit someone already directing drama in a school environment who seeks a new challenge but there is no requirement for prior school experience. Previous involvement in professional theatre will be an advantage. The post-holder would be expected to be an outstanding director and creative influence, with an interest in a broad range of theatrical genres. They would be required to have the excellent communication and management skills to build on the strong reputation Radley has for high quality in drama. They will have the dedication to ensure the highest of standards and the enthusiasm and energy to offer a wide range of opportunities for all levels of ability.

Radley College offer a number of staff benefits including:

• Accommodation which is free of rent, council tax and water rates

• Generous employer contributions to the College’s DC pension scheme

• Significant fee discounts for teachers who choose to send their sons or daughters (from sixth form) to Radley College. Contributions are made towards school fees for teachers’ children from year 7 onwards

• Free meals during term time

• Electric car scheme

• Reduced membership of Radley Sports Centre and access to other facilities on site

• Reduced membership of 9-hole golf course

Candidates are welcome to arrange an informal chat prior to application. Please email the Director of Drama, Victoria Buse (vkb.buse@radley.org.uk).

We reserve the right to consider applications as they arrive.

Documents

• Director of Drama Job Description Sept 2026 PDF Document
• Director of Drama Sept 2026 PDF Document
• Pastoral and Co-Curricular role ) PDF Document