Waterkloof House Preparatory School (WHPS) – Established 1923

WHPS is a Traditional / Christian school specialising in the education of boys from Grade 0 to 7, and Grade 0000 to Grade 00 Pre-Prep boys and girls.

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The school invites applications for the position of Director of Performing Arts (Prep School), following the retirement of a long-serving incumbent. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for overseeing the Music and Drama departments and shaping a vibrant, high-quality Performing Arts experience for Pre-Prep boys and girls, and boys from Grade 0 to Grade 7.

Director of Performing Arts
Commencement Date: 1 January 2027
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Role:
Reporting to the Headmaster, the Director of Performing Arts is a member of the Senior Management Team and plays a strategic role in contributing to the academic and cultural life of the school. The position combines educational leadership, curriculum oversight, and creative vision with hands-on involvement in teaching and performance.

Position Requirements:

• Have proven experience teaching and actively belonging and contributing to a Performing Arts programme in a school environment. Experience within a Prep School context will be advantageous
• Demonstrate experience teaching and engaging multiple year groups, with a sound understanding of developmental stages from Grade 000 to Grade 7
• Hold a qualification and/or demonstrated expertise in Music
• Hold a postgraduate qualification in Performing Arts and Education, or Leadership, or be able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of curriculum requirements and best practice in Performing Arts education
• Possess multi‑disciplinary capability across the Performing Arts, with clear artistic credibility
• Be enthusiastic, innovative, energetic, passionate and inspirational, with the ability to guide and motivate young performers in music , drama, creativity and personal growth
• Be a confident and collaborative leader, able to contribute effectively as a member of the Senior Management Team
• Have excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing strategic and creative leadership of the Prep School’s Performing Arts programme
• Overseeing the Music and Drama departments, including curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment
• Leading and coordinating performances, productions, music tours, and related events
• Managing the administration, development and support of Performing Arts staff, fostering collaboration and personal growth
• Contributing to the broader life, culture, and leadership of the school as a member of Senior Management
• Demonstrating a high level of commitment and flexibility, including a willingness to participate after-hours rehearsals, performances, functions, and school events as required by the nature of the role

Please submit the following documents to workhardplaystraight@whps.co.za by Friday, 15 May 2026.

• Covering Letter and Curriculum Vitae
• Written testimonials, names and telephone numbers of at least three referees
• Click HERE to complete the WHPS Application Form. Applications submitted without this completed application form will not be considered.

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WHPS thanks all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be interviewed and replied to. WHPS reserves the right not to fill this position. Should you not have received any reply to your application within a fortnight from the stipulated date, you may consider your application to have been unsuccessful.

Waterkloof House Preparatory School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

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