Drama Administrator - 3589173

Dean Close Senior School are looking to appoint a new Drama Department Administrator to support the department. This is a part time position working 30 hours per week, 35 weeks per year. This position is starting in September 2024.

This is an administrative position, supporting our department with a variety of administrative tasks. Other roles and responsibilities include:

• To liaise with the Director of Drama over all aspects of day-today running of the department.


• To be responsible for keeping the Drama Studio and its facilities tidy.


• To timetable weekly lessons for all pupils.


• To record attendance at lessons and collate weekly reports from teachers.


• Arranging and organising timetables for S & D examination sessions.


• To keep departmental basic teaching resources fully equipped.


Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

Internal applicants

Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.

The Foundation

Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future.

Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.