Assistant Director of Music

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-regarded primary school in London is seeking an Assistant Director of Music on a temporary basis, with the possibility of a permanent position. The role involves teaching music across Years 3-8, leading choirs and ensembles, and participating in school performances. Candidates should be strong musicians and confident pianists, comfortable in various musical styles. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive music department with a vibrant culture.

Qualifications

• No QTS required.
• Experience teaching curriculum music to various age groups.
• Ability to lead choirs and larger ensembles.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum music across Years 3-8.
• Accompany choirs, soloists, and school productions.
• Lead at least one choir and one larger ensemble.
• Help with concerts and performances.

Skills

Strong all-round musician

Confident pianist

Sight-reading and playing by ear

Flexibility across music styles

Teaching classes

Leading ensembles

Job description

I'm currently working with a lovely, well-regarded primary school in Richmond who are looking for an Assistant Director of Music to join them on a temporary basis, with the hope this could become permanent from September.

They need someone ASAP (ideally latest start 23rd February), though there is some flexibility for the right person.

The role at a glance

• Full school day: 8:00am - 4:00pm
• Temporary until 3rd July, with potential to go permanent
• Paid to scale (Teacher pay scale 25/26)
• Teaching around 22 x 35-minute lessons per week
• Teaching Years 3-8
• Morning ensembles 8:30-9:00am
• Lunchtime music 12:30-1:00pm
• Some general cover may be needed from time to time

What they're looking for

• You don't need QTS - they're really after a strong all-round musician
• A confident pianist who can sight-read and play by ear
• Someone comfortable with classical music, with flexibility across styles (jazz/pop useful too)
• Happy teaching classes as well as leading ensembles and performances

What you'd be doing

• Teaching curriculum music across Years 3-8
• Accompanying choirs, soloists, services and school productions
• Leading at least one choir and one larger ensemble
• Helping with concerts, workshops and performances (including setting up orchestra)
• Being part of a busy, positive and well-supported music department

The Director of Music is genuinely great to work with and very supportive, and the school has a strong music culture.

If this sounds like something you (or someone you know) might be interested in, just reply to this email with your CV or drop me a message for a chat.