Head of Music

Job details

Job role Teacher Head of department or curriculum

Suitable for early career teachers jobs

Visa sponsorship Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject Music

Working pattern Full time

Contract type Permanent

Pay scale MPS 1 TO UPS 3

Additional allowances TLR2A at a rate of £3,527

What skills and experience we're looking for

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking to appoint an inspirational Music Subject Leader to join us from September 2026 or sooner. We are keen to hear from candidates who are exceptional classroom practitioners and innovative leaders of people and teams, with a track record of working collaboratively to bring out the best in others and to create and develop an inspirational curriculum.

This is a truly exciting appointment for us; Subject Leaders are the key drivers of school improvement at Meols Cop. You would be joining a team of strong, aspirational middle leaders who have an incredible impact on our young people. We are looking for an adaptable, strategic, and committed leader who will inspire our students and our Music team as part of our wider Performing Arts team.

At the core of our mission to Broker Aspirations is a Music department that is central to school life. We believe in an ambitious, sequenced curriculum that empowers students to find their voice through high-quality composition and performance. From intimate recitals to large-scale collaborative productions with our wider Performing Arts team, we ensure our students gain the skills and confidence to excel. As our Music Subject Leader, you will drive an inspiring culture of creativity, overseeing a wide-reaching calendar of concerts and collaborative Performing Arts showcases. We are looking for an ambitious leader ready for a career-defining role—someone who can ensure our students develop the values and artistry that provide a passport to their future success.

Our Performing Arts team are incredibly committed and share our whole-school vision to empower students, and Music is central to this team and the wider school. The Subject Leader for Music will be innovative, creative, and strategic, with a commitment to both curricular and extra-curricular music, and will be able to lead the team of peripatetic tutors with integrity and assurance. They will have a proven track record of driving improvement at Key Stages 3 and 4, and considerable strength in curriculum development and improving outcomes in Music. We are looking for a Subject Leader who will develop and lead our exceptional Music team to even greater success. The right candidate will be supportive and collaborative, able to develop and enhance the skillset of the staff, be research-informed in their thinking, and have a genuine love for Music.

Music sits at the centre of life at [Employer hidden]. A remarkable number of pupils choose to be involved—whether through sound and production work, peripatetic lessons, our large choir, or the much loved school shows and productions. This enthusiasm continues into examination years, with a consistently strong uptake at KS4 that reflects how deeply students value the subject.

For many young people, Music is where they find their tribe. They buy into the department’s energy, creativity, and sense of belonging, making it a vibrant and rewarding place to teach. The wider Performing Arts team is collaborative and supportive, and our dedicated peripatetic staff bring expertise that enriches every aspect of the curriculum.

The right applicant will recognise how special this environment is: a school where Music thrives, participation is high, and students are genuinely passionate about their craft. The successful candidate will fully immerse themselves in the rich culture of extra-curricular Music as well as classroom teaching. At [Employer hidden], Music is a special place to teach because the students give as much back as you put in. It is a department fuelled by passion, technical skill, and a genuine love for the arts.

[Employer hidden] is a truly special place to work. Please don’t just take our word for it—interested applicants are strongly encouraged to visit us, meet our team and, most importantly, get to know our incredible students. To organise a tour ahead of application, please contact Sarah Byrne, PA to the Leadership Team, at [contact hidden].

What the school offers its staff

Effective, supportive and dynamic leadership – where music is central

Constant opportunities for continued professional development

A positive approach to innovative ideas – a culture where leaders say ‘yes’ to opportunities for our young people

Enthusiastic students who are keen to make good progress

A wellbeing charter that ensures workload is reasonable and fair so that staff can flourish

A welcoming team who work hard, share a mutual determination for our students and will always support one another

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

childcare disqualification

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

medical

online and social media

prohibition from teaching

right to work

satisfactory references

suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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Additional documents

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About [Employer hidden]

School type Academy, ages 11 to 16

Education phase Secondary school

School size 906 pupils enrolled

Age range 11 to 16

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Email address [contact hidden]

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School location

[Employer hidden] Academy, ages 11 to 16 Meols Cop Road, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6JS