Careers
Want to join us at one of London's most exciting Off-West End theatres? All openings will be posted to this page. Please note we do not accept unsolicited CVs.
If you're interested in work experience or an internship, please email lily@kingsheadtheatre.com for more information.
We are currently looking for Volunteers to join us this festive season! If you're interested in a volunteer role, please do have a look at our Volunteering page:
Artistic Director & Chief Executive
Salary | £52,000 - £57,000
Contract Type | Full-time
Hours | 40h per week
Closing | Monday 16 November, 5pm
Overview:
The King’s Head Theatre is seeking an ambitious Artistic Director and Chief Executive to lead the theatre into its next chapter.
This is an opportunity to decide what one of London’s best-known independent theatres becomes next. You will build on a remarkable history, a distinctive artistic identity and a new building. You will have the authority to shape the programme and the organisation, and to create new opportunities for artists and productions to reach audiences beyond the theatre.
Please send the following to recruitment@kingsheadtheatre.com by 5pm on 16 November 2026:
- A CV of no longer than two sides
- A covering letter of no more than two sides. It should explain why you are interested in the role and how your experience, artistic vision, leadership, commercial judgement and relationships would help you lead King’s Head Theatre into its next chapter. Please also show how you meet each of the essential criteria in the person specification, as we will use these to shortlist.
Full Role Description
Seasonal Venue Technician
Salary | £14.80 per hour + additional pay for ASM cover
Contract Type | Fixed Term Contract
Hours | This is a seasonal contract running from 16th November 2026 to 3rd January 2027, with a guaranteed minimum of six performances per week, including matinee, evening and weekend shifts.
As part of our festive schedule, you must be available to work on the following key dates:
23rd December 2026
24th December 2026
26th December 2026
27th December 2026
Hours will vary but due to the nature of the seasonal programming, hours will fall between 08:00 and 00:00. The week beginning 16th November will consist of training and set up, with performances beginning on Sunday 22nd November 2026.
Overview | We’re looking for a Seasonal Venue Technician to join us at King’s Head Theatre this festive season for our pantomime, Dick Whittington and His Cat!
As part of our Theatre Team, you’ll play a key role in the safe and smooth running of performances, acting as Duty Technician for show calls and helping to create a safe, welcoming environment for audiences, performers and visiting companies.
You’ll oversee technical aspects of each performance, carry out essential safety checks, and respond to any technical or operational issues that arise during a show. You’ll also be required to cover the Assistant Stage Manager (ASM) track when needed, supporting the onstage running of the production and helping ensure every performance runs smoothly.
This is a great opportunity for a reliable, proactive technician who enjoys working in a busy theatre environment and wants to be part of the magic of panto this festive season.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for delivering exceptional production quality and a strong understanding of technical theatre operations.
Closing | Monday 2 November 2026
Ways to apply |
- You can provide a CV (outlining your most relevant experience for this position) and a Cover Letter (detailing your suitability in accordance with the desired and essential skills listed above) and send to edd@kingsheadtheatre.com.
- Record a short video introducing yourself, a brief summary of your most relevant
experience including your duties and responsibilities and describing your suitability for the role (no longer than 3 minutes). - Request a short, informal chat via Zoom/Google Meet in order to find out more about the role and to understand whether or not your prior experience would make you suitable to apply.
For more information about our accessible applications process, please see the full job description
Seasonal Theatre Team Member
Salary | £14.80 per hour
Contract Type | Fixed Term Contract
Hours | This is a seasonal contract running from 16th November 2026 to 3rd January 2027, with a guaranteed minimum of six performances per week, including matinee, evening and weekend shifts.
As part of our festive schedule, you must be available to work on the following key dates:
23rd December 2026
24th December 2026
26th December 2026
27th December 2026
Hours will vary but due to the nature of the seasonal programming, hours will fall between 08:00 and 00:00. The week beginning 16th November will consist of training and set up, with performances beginning on Sunday 22nd November 2026.
Overview | We’re looking for seasonal team members to join us at King’s Head Theatre this festive season for our pantomime, Dick Whittington and His Cat!
As part of our Theatre Team, you’ll help bring the magic of panto to life, creating a warm, welcoming and memorable experience for everyone who visits us.
Our Theatre Team works across Box Office, Bar, Merchandise and Ushering, so you’ll have the opportunity to get involved in different aspects of running a busy theatre. From serving drinks and welcoming audiences to helping guests find their seats and supporting the smooth running of performances, no two shifts are quite the same.
You’ll be a friendly, reliable face for our audiences, visiting artists and producers, helping to ensure every performance runs safely and smoothly throughout the festive season.
Closing | Monday 2 November 2026
Ways to apply | Please send a cover letter and CV to lily@kingsheadtheatre.com. For other ways to apply and for our Venue Accessibility Information, please see the second page of the Job Description.