Creative & Performing Arts Lead - Summer School

Package Description: Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in Character Education. We run a prestigious and well established Summer School for children aged 8-16 from approximately 40 nationalities. Each year we create a vibrant international community where our staff play a critical role in creating a happy and formative summer experience for our students.

We are looking for experienced and creative teachers and staff members to deliver a programme that meets a wide spectrum of student ability and requirements. We are looking to recruit individuals into the following roles:

Head of Department (Art)

Head of Department (Music)

Performing Arts Staff

2026 Dates: Tuesday 30th June - Monday 3rd August 2026.

You will work with colleagues to plan and deliver engaging sessions which enable students to have an enriching and enjoyable summer. You must be able to inspire by using a student centred learning approach and engaging resources.

Residential accommodation with full board is provided and a competitive salary based on experience.

Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under represented groups. We are recruiting on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the role prior to the advertised closing date. Interviews will be held online.

If you are excited to learn more, please contact or call the office on .

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Gordonstoun is one of the UK's top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that's served both we and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.