Deputy Head of Stage at Sondheim Theatre
Application closing date: 28 Sep 2026 11:00pm
Based: London
Salary: £19.52p/h plus staff benefits, regular overtime and show bonus
Position: Deputy Head of Stage
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Website: ce0706li.webitrent.com
Job Description
Founded over 30 years ago, Sir Cameron Mackintosh’s Delfont Mackintosh Theatres Ltd owns and operates eight of the most prestigious theatres in London’s West End: the Gielgud, Noël Coward, Novello, Sondheim, Prince Edward, Prince of Wales, Victoria Palace and Wyndham’s.
This role will report to the Head of Stage and shall be responsible for the delivery of first-class technical services, from themselves and, along with the Head of Stage, from their team. The Deputy Head of Stage is accountable for the development of their team and will ensure that staff perform to the highest standards at all times.
The successful applicant will have:
- Experience as Venue Technician, production carpentry, rigging and show turnovers.
- Knowledge of building maintenance duties.
- Experience of team management including creating rotas, monitoring costs and training; they will be accountable for the development of their team, and will ensure that staff always perform to the highest standards.
- Knowledge of the terms of the SOLT/BECTU Agreement and their impact on staffing and scheduling requirements.
- Knowledge of production specific and Health and Safety.
- Flexible approach to work, proactive and self-motivated as well as proven ability to problem solve and deal quickly and effectively with unexpected situations.
Evening and weekend work is required.
Please click on the link for additional information and details of how to apply.
Closing date: 28th September 2026
Delfont Mackintosh Theatres is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment process is open to all. We are determined to foster a culture of inclusivity and respect where everyone feels valued and supported.
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