About GEMS Wellington School – Qatar?
GEMS Wellington School – Qatar (WSQ) is a leading British curriculum school in Doha and part of the prestigious GEMS Wellington family of schools, delivering the National Curriculum for England within an ambitious and inclusive learning community.
Underpinned by evidence-based pedagogy, High Performance Learning (HPL) and a culture of high expectations, WSQ believes every student can achieve exceptional outcomes. Our teachers benefit from outstanding professional development and opportunities across the wider Wellington and GEMS networks.
Why Join GEMS Wellington School – Qatar?
- Part of the prestigious GEMS Wellington family of schools.
- A leading British school delivering the National Curriculum for England.
- A culture shaped by evidence-based pedagogy and High Performance Learning (HPL).
- Outstanding professional development and career progression across the Wellington and GEMS networks.
- A high-performing, supportive community with ambitious students and committed colleagues.
Position Overview
We are seeking an exceptional Head of Performing Arts to lead and further develop our vibrant Performing Arts faculty from August 2027. This is a key leadership role within the school, instrumental in shaping a world-class, industry-connected Performing Arts provision across Drama, Music and Dance.
A defining feature of this role is the leadership of our high-profile professional partnerships, which enrich the curriculum and provide students with authentic, real-world performance experiences. These include:
- West End Stage – delivering professional residencies, workshops and performance opportunities led by leading West End practitioners
- Shakespeare & Co – providing classical theatre training, text-based performance work, actor-led residencies and public speaking competitions
The successful candidate will have strategic oversight and artistic leadership of these partnerships, ensuring students benefit from professional-level training, high artistic standards and exposure to best practice from the global performing arts sector. The role also involves working closely with regional and international performing arts professionals, as well as collaborating with partner Wellington schools in Dubai, offering valuable opportunities for staff development, shared performance projects and creative collaboration.