Musical Theatre Examiner 0328

• Location
• UK
• Vacancy Type
• Independent Contractor
• Salary
• Sessional Rate
• Application Deadline
• Monday, April 27, 2026
• Job Summary

• The Royal Academy of Dance is looking to recruit examiners to support the exciting introduction of Musical Theatre Grades and Awards syllabus.

  If you would like to be an RAD Examiner for Musical Theatre, you will need to be a well presented professional who is discreet and impartial. You should have an in-depth knowledge of musical theatre with the potential to understand, demonstrate and apply the RAD examination marking criteria and definitions as stated in the Person Specification.

  You should hold a qualification at Level 4 or higher in a related subject in performing arts or demonstrate a significant teaching portfolio with experience as an assessor/examiner.

  You need to be competent in written English and fluent in spoken English, with excellent communication and effective interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and use judgement and initiative in challenging situations. You will also need to have proficient IT skills including email and creating documents and be willing to learn how to examine using the RAD’s marking systems.

  Examining can be demanding physically and mentally, but is also extremely rewarding, and provides opportunities for travel nationally and internationally.

  To apply for this role please download the application pack below, which includes the Job Description, Person Specification and Application Guidelines and will provide you with additional information regarding the application process and role itself. You must complete the application form and submit a video as outlined in the documentation.

  Key Dates

  Applications will close on

  5^thMay 2026 at 6.00pm.

  Stage two will consist of an online interview.

  Successful applicants in the UK must be available for training at RAD’s headquarters in London on 24 – 26 June 2026 (to be confirmed).

  If you are looking to be part of a team delivering for dance teachers to support the launch of a new Musical Theatre syllabus, please apply. If you have any questions before applying, please email

  musicaltheatre@rad.org.uk

  Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and other Safer Recruitment checks or the equivalent in the country in which you live.

  To truly represent the communities we serve, we need RAD examiners who reflect a wide range of backgrounds, and perspectives. Your unique lived experience is a valuable asset that will help us grow and better achieve our goals. We strongly encourage applications from people who represent the diverse communities we serve. Join us in shaping a future where dance is for everybody.

  Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview.

• Job Profile
• Job Profile documentUK Application Requirements