Director of Performing Arts - August 2026

Brighton College Vietnam is seeking to hire a Director of Performing Arts to join our institution in August 2026.

ROLE SPECIFICATION
The Performing Arts are a vital part of the everyday experience for students at Brighton College Vietnam. The Director of Performing Arts will be in charge of the comprehensive Performing Arts curriculum across both Drama and Music for the Prep and Senior Schools. This position also manages all co-curricular performing arts programs as well as productions in both Prep and Senior Schools.

Every year, our students shine in a diverse array of musical and theatrical performances, from casual concerts to large-scale productions and captivating artistic events. Our dynamic theater complex includes a 500-seat auditorium and dedicated Dance and Drama studios, fostering an inspiring atmosphere where creativity thrives and confidence develops. Through these opportunities, students are encouraged to express themselves, collaborate with empathy, and enjoy the process of artistic exploration.

A critical component of this role is to enhance student engagement in the Performing Arts while further cultivating the faculty as a lively center of creativity and a significant contributor to the broader College community.
Reports to: Deputy Head Academic

THE DEPARTMENT
The Performing Arts faculty consists of both Drama and Music teams. The Drama team features a Prep Drama Specialist Teacher, a Drama Technician, and a Performing Arts Teaching Assistant. The Music team is composed of a Head of Music, a Music Teacher, and a Music Technician.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership and Department Development
- Foster a positive team environment.
- Provide line management and support to the Head of Music, Prep Drama Specialist Teacher (working closely with the Prep Deputy Head Academic), and Technicians.
- Exemplify excellent teaching and learning standards.
- Lead in curriculum design for all Performing Arts subjects, ensuring it is ambitious, inclusive, and of high quality.
- Guide future department development within the College.
- Introduce innovative initiatives and collaborative projects to maintain a diverse and inspiring curriculum that allows students to explore the subject and thrive within the department.
- Manage the Departmental Development Plan and contribute to the College’s Self Evaluation and Development Plan.
- Stay informed about the latest educational practices and advancements in your subject area.
- Maintain strong connections and regular communication with professional organizations associated with your department.
- Lead by example across all aspects of school life, serving as an outstanding role model for colleagues.

Teaching and Learning
- Oversee the teaching and learning of Performing Arts across the College.
- Ensure all department members motivate each student to realize their academic potential through enthusiastic and personalized teaching, tailored challenges, and meticulous record-keeping.
- Monitor and track the progress of all students in your department.
- Collaborate with the Deputy Head on pupil progress in Performing Arts.
- Manage examinations and assessments within the department.
- Prepare, invigilate, and evaluate internal and external tests and examinations as needed.
- Ensure that Schemes of Work are current and comprehensive.
- Develop and share Schemes of Work and resources using in-house formats.
- Oversee and proofread student reports.
- Adhere to all College policies, including those related to marking and assessment, teaching and learning, and reporting.
- Assist in covering for colleagues as necessary.

Administration and Operations
- Supervise the annual update of all departmental policies, handbooks, and documentation, including staffing, curriculum plans, Schemes of Work, timetables, job descriptions, budgets, INSET, assessments, meetings, visits, and risk assessments.
- Collaborate with your departmental team regarding setting and individual student needs.
- Manage the Department budget and oversee the purchase of all equipment.
- Attend all required meetings and INSET, actively participating in Heads of Department meetings and organizing regular departmental meetings.

Pastoral
- Be knowledgeable about and act in accordance with policies related to child safeguarding.
- Function within a house structure as a Tutor for a specific year group.
- Show a genuine interest in each child's personal and domestic circumstances, promoting their personal and social growth.
- Actively support the social, moral, and cultural values of the College community.
- Encourage pride in the College among students through high standards of dress, behavior, and commitment.
- Foster a supportive environment by being aware of and compliant with all College policies.
- Familiarize yourself with all College health and safety policies, ensuring the safety of all community members at all times.
- Promote exemplary behavior and responsible attitudes among students consistently.
- Comply with the College’s rewards and disciplinary policies, encouraging responsible attitudes in all students.

Professional Responsibilities
- Encourage pride in the College within the student body via high standards of dress, behavior, and commitment.
- Ensure timely and appropriate responses to all communications.
- Attend parents’ evenings, assemblies, productions, sports events, and other special school occasions as required by the Head of College.
- Take responsibility for all College resources, especially those in your care, reporting any damage or loss to the appropriate authority.
- Contribute to the virtual learning environment, website, social media, and publications in support of your work.
- Develop a close relationship with parents, initiating contact when appropriate and maintaining records of communications.
- Fulfill any reasonable professional requests made by the Head of College or members of the SLT while actively supporting the Co-Curricular Program.

Promotion, Profile and Cultural Contribution
- Supervise the department’s contributions to the College website and social media, ensuring that the accomplishments and activities of the Performing Arts faculty are prominently featured.
- Act as an ambassador for the Performing Arts faculty at both internal and external events, enhancing the department's profile and visibility.
- Manage a dynamic program of performances, concerts, exhibitions, showcases, and arts events that engage students, staff, and the wider school community.
- Create and maintain a diverse array of co-curricular opportunities, including clubs, ensembles, productions, and educational trips.

APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please make sure your TES profile is complete and current according to the application requirements set by the College on TES. Upload a cover letter addressed to Mrs. Carly Barber, Head of College at Brighton College Vietnam. The letter (maximum two pages) should highlight your strengths and explain your interest in the role. Applicants should specify their curriculum strengths and extracurricular interests. Include contact details for three referees on your TES online application, with one being your current or most recent Head of School or Principal.
The deadline for applications is April 11, 2026.

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Brighton College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. All applicants must read the College’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, available on our website, and must declare any information as requested on the application form. Candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening, such as the International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) if they are UK-based or a police certificate from each country where they have worked outside the UK, as well as written/verbal reference checks from previous employers and verification of qualifications.