About This Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to create and lead the Drama department at one of the most innovative new schools globally, as the demand for enrollment continues to rise. Charterhouse Almaty is set to open in September 2026, catering to students from Reception to Year 10, featuring a 500-seat auditorium and performing arts centre as part of a campus designed to meet the school's high aspirations.
The ideal candidate will oversee Drama for both the Junior and Senior Schools at Charterhouse Almaty, a prestigious British independent school established in collaboration with Charterhouse, UK – one of Britain’s esteemed institutions founded in 1611. The individual in this role will develop a department that merges intellectual depth with creative energy, and will be accountable for delivering outstanding teaching while fostering a unique performance culture throughout the school.
This role presents a unique chance to build the Drama program from the ground up, including curriculum design, production leadership, performance enrichment, and integrating LAMDA as a key component of the school’s co-curricular and broader speaking culture. We seek a leader with both theatrical and educational credibility – someone who can direct with enthusiasm, teach with rigor, aspire to build a robust program, and establish Drama as a fundamental aspect of a Charterhouse education.
How to Apply
Please review the Recruitment Pack and Application Form attached to this advertisement carefully before submitting your completed Application Form along with a covering letter (maximum two pages) to hr@charterhousealmaty.com. Note that CVs will not be accepted.
Your letter should specifically address the competencies outlined in the Recruitment Pack.
The application deadline is 4.00pm (GMT) on Friday, 24th April 2026. Early submissions are encouraged, as Charterhouse Almaty reserves the right to appoint an exceptional candidate before the closing date.
The successful candidate is expected to commence the position in August 2026 to assist with preparations for the school’s opening in September 2026.
Charterhouse Almaty is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment will be contingent upon satisfactory police clearance from the candidate’s home country (issued within the last three months), three professional references, and verification of qualifications.
The successful candidate must provide attested copies of degree certificates, academic transcripts, and proof of full-time student status. These documents must be notarized, authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the candidate’s home country, and legalized by the Kazakh Embassy. A valid medical certificate is also necessary. The school’s HR Department will assist overseas applicants through this process to ensure timely completion and adherence to Kazakhstan’s immigration regulations.