Director of Bexley Music Education

London South East Colleges Group; Bexleyheath; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Travel for tours

DBS checks and safeguarding support

Job summary

Bexley Music, part of London South East Academies Trust, is seeking a Head of Bexley Music to provide strategic vision and operational leadership for music education across the borough. The role integrates executive leadership with artistic direction, managing partnerships, budgets and programs while championing inclusive access to opportunities.

The postholder will engage schools, cultural partners and communities, delivering high-quality music education with concerts and tours, and supporting

Qualifications

• Experience leading a music education program.
• Ability to develop strategic vision for a music service.
• Proven track record of improving participation in music.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational management for Bexley Music.
• Develop partnerships with schools, cultural organisations and funders.
• Champion excellence, inclusion and progression in music education.
• Oversee budgets, events, tours and concerts across the borough.
• Represent Bexley Music as its primary spokesperson.

Skills

Passionate about high-quality music ed

Experienced leader in music education

Committed to raising standards

Excellent communicator

Strong leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in music education or related field

Job description

Bexley Music, part of London South East Academies Trust, is seeking a Head of Bexley Music to provide strategic vision and operational leadership for music education across the borough. The role integrates executive leadership with artistic direction, managing partnerships, budgets and programs while championing inclusive access to opportunities.

The postholder will engage schools, cultural partners and communities, delivering high-quality music education with concerts and tours, and supporting