Head of Music

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Rayleigh
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Music Teaching GCSE Music Curriculum Development Leadership Extra-curricular Activities Safeguarding Interpersonal Skills Organisational Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of Music

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, ambitious and inspiring teacher of Music to lead our dedicated and already successful department. This is a permanent, full-time position with a salary range of MS/UPS + TLR2c, starting September 2026. Closing date: midnight, 14 January 2026. Interview date: TBD.

About the Role

The importance of the Arts in the curriculum and the impact they have in developing confident, creative and critical thinkers is recognised at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. The department currently offers GCSE Music with a view to offering A Level, as well as a broad range of instrumental lessons, extra-curricular clubs and enrichment activities including theatre trips. You will also be expected to work closely with other departments e.g. Drama and Dance and contribute to a range of performances throughout the year.

Requirements

  • An exceptional teacher who is practically able and passionate about promoting and delivering outstanding teaching, learning and attainment across all key stages.
  • Ability to provide guidance, support and advice to staff within the department, taking a leading role in modelling best practice.
  • Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills together with a proven track record of achievement.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check).
  • Suitable for an ambitious teacher of Music or existing Departmental Head seeking a new opportunity.

How to Apply

For further information please visit our website [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or contact Mrs Nowicki, HR Manager at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Hockley Road, Rayleigh, Essex SS6 8EB. Tel: [contact hidden] | Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

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