Gresham’s are seeking an inspiring and ambitious individual who is excited at an opportunity to strengthen and lead a thriving Drama and Performing Arts department
At Gresham’s we offer a rare opportunity where children can join us at our Nursery and Pre-Prep School from the age of 2 and continue with their education at our Prep and Senior Schools to the age of 18. Founded in 1555 and located in the heart of North Norfolk, Gresham’s is a thriving co-educational school set across 300 acres of countryside, just minutes from award-winning beaches and areas of natural beauty
We are currently seeking a Director of Performing Arts who will inspire pupils by bringing passion and imagination to Drama and Performing Arts academic lessons, rehearsals, and productions. The successful candidate will innovate and lead digital and creative transformation by embracing new ideas while championing and aiding the creation of meaningful opportunities for all pupils, while building elite pathways for the most ambitious.
The role offers the opportunity for the successful candidate to further strengthen Gresham’s School as a cultural hub across Norfolk and beyond while ensuring the Auden Theatre continues to thrive as both an educational resource and a professional-standard venue.
The safeguarding responsibilities of this role are clearly outlined in the recruitment pack, please make yourself aware of these as you consider applying for this post.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the role, please visit our website where you can complete an application form.
Our recruitment team can also be reached by telephone on 01263 714623 or by emailing hr@greshams.com
Closing Date:
30th January 2026, 12 noon
Interviews:
6th February 2026
Required for:
September 2026
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Please note: we reserve the right to appoint to the post up to and including the closing date
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Gresham’s is proud of its exemplary approach to the safeguarding of its children and conduct a robust recruitment process. Applicants are expected to engage fully with the requirements of this process. An offer to join the School is made subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check along with clearance on all other relevant safeguarding and child protection requirements.
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