Head of Pathway (Stage Management)

The Guildhall School of Music & Drama is a world-leading specialist Performing Arts conservatoire, investing in the artists of today and tomorrow. Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of actors, musicians and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as the top conservatoire in the Guardian Music and Drama league tables, the School is a global leader of creative and professional practice, promoting innovation, experiment and research, with over 1,000 students in higher education, drawn from nearly 60 countries around the world.

We are seeking an outstanding individual to take up the post of Head of Pathway (Stage Management).

You will be responsible for leading the specialist BA (Hons) Production Arts: Stage Management Pathway as a member of the Production and Design management team, taking responsibility for all matters relating to the preparation, delivery, and assessment of course materials for the pathway; and contributing to the overall development, delivery and assessment of Production and Design programmes and School productions/projects. You will line-manage teaching staff and control budgets as appropriate. You will have extensive industry experience that demonstrates continued high standing in the profession. You will have experience of working in higher education settings; a good understanding of the needs of students in a complex learning environment; and the ability to represent your discipline in the public domain through professional/industry sector engagement, consultancy, and/or research (which could include practice-based research).

The Production and Design Department is responsible for BA Production Arts, BA Performance Design and MA Collaborative Performance Making; a series of short courses and outreach activities; and extensive production activity in the School’s programme of public-facing performances and events. We work closely on a range of productions (including operas, dramas, site-specific and digital works) with other departments at Guildhall and (through Guildhall Production Studios) a range of external and commercial partners. Our students learn through workshop-based activities, study and intensive production practice. They have opportunities to extend their knowledge by working on pathways other than their major area of study, and to develop their own interests and creative agency through independent projects. The Department is values-led and promotes diversity and inclusivity along with sustainable practices.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing teaching in your area of specialism. You will be organised, able to meet deadlines and manage your own workload. You will have up-to-date knowledge of industry practice and Health & Safety and a commitment to promoting safe working and inclusive practices.

To apply online, please click the 'Apply' button above.

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9275. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.  

Closing date for applications is Friday, 17^th April 2026 at 9am.

Interviews will be held during the week beginning 27 April 2026.

The Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment. The Guildhall School and City of London Corporation are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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