Job Description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring, committed and well qualified Head of Music. Required for January or sooner if available we wish to appoint a teacher of Music to lead this well-established department and contribute to its excellent results at all levels. The successful candidate should be able to teach music to pupils of all age and ability. Music is taught to pupils in our Prep school all the way through to KS5. The post holder will be expected to take part in the future development of the subject both within the curriculum and within the wider school community.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an independent co-educational day and boarding school for children aged from 2 – 18, located close to the glorious seaside town of Southwold on the Suffolk coast. Our aim is to develop well-rounded students with the skills and the personality to make a success of their lives during and after their school years.

Academic excellence is central to life at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and we encourage all pupils to aspire to the highest possible standards and to exceed their expectations. Our success is demonstrated by impressive examination results at GCSE and A Level. The vast majority of our leavers go on to Higher Education.

We are looking for a talented and inspirational musician to provide clear guidance, leadership and overall management of the Music Department, ensuring the delivery of high standards of teaching and the curriculum is managed and developed in accordance with school policy.

Main Responsibilities

• To monitor and review the quality of teaching within the Department, providing guidance and support as necessary
• Ensure the whole school Music curriculum covers the full range of appropriate and relevant knowledge, understanding and skills enabling all pupils to succeed
• Evaluate and develop the department to ensure effective progression and success in public examinations
• To lead the provision of a rich and varied programme of extra-curricular music, managing the music staff and peripatetic staff
• To ensure a successful annual programme of music and performances, working with the Head of Drama, to encourage excellence and participation in concerts, performances, activities and trips. These include annual carol concerts, House Shout and other productions
• To be responsible for all aspects of peripatetic music lessons and provision
• To be responsible for participation and excellence in choir, orchestra, bands and ensembles
• To analyse attainment data of students, identifying areas for improvement and implementing intervention programmes as appropriate

What We Offer

As part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] of schools staff at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] staff also benefit from:

• Competitive Salary, with annual reviews
• A commitment to training and development
• Childcare fee discount
• Pension scheme
• Refer a friend scheme up to £750
• Health plan that provides significant coverage such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world, scanning such as MRI, CT and PET scan
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Westfield rewards (discounts from various high street and online outlets).
• Free staff car park
• Free staff gym and use of our facilities
• Lunch will be provided
• Discount on school fees for staff children, if appropriate

Safeguarding

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).