Head of Performing Arts (Drama, Music and Dance)

About the role

GEMS Wellington School – Qatar, a British curriculum school in Doha, is looking for a Head of Performing Arts to lead its Performing Arts faculty from August 2027. The role shapes world-class, industry-connected provision across Drama, Music and Dance and leads high-profile professional partnerships such as West End Stage and Shakespeare & Co, which give students real-world performance experience. It also involves working with regional and international performing arts professionals and partner Wellington schools in Dubai.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and artistic leadership of the professional partnerships, ensuring professional-level training and high artistic standards.
• Lead teachers of Drama, Music and Dance and direct and oversee showcases, productions and school musicals.
• Organise and lead professional residencies, workshops and performance opportunities.
• Inspire staff and students through high artistic expectations and authentic professional practice.
• Champion Performing Arts within the school and the wider community.

Required profile

• Recognised teaching qualification such as a B.Ed, PGCE with QTS or equivalent, specialising in Performing Arts.
• Proven leadership experience teaching Performing Arts at GCSE and A Level, ideally a minimum of 2 years' teaching experience.
• Experience working with professional artists, companies and industry partners.
• Commitment to the school's Teach Like a GEM pedagogy and to an inclusive, high-expectations learning environment.

What we offer

• Competitive tax-free salary, furnished accommodation and annual return flights.
• Tuition fee concession for up to 2 children, private medical insurance and a residence visa.
• End of service gratuity, GEMS Rewards and extensive continuing professional development.
• Leadership development, career progression and staff wellbeing initiatives.

Applications are made by submitting a CV and a brief cover letter; interviews are on a rolling basis, in person or virtually, until the closing date of 7 December 2026. All successful applicants undergo safeguarding checks.