Director of Music

Connaught Resourcing Ltd (Education); City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in London is seeking a Director of Music for a maternity cover role starting in April/May 2026. The ideal candidate will have professional experience in music education and the ability to teach KS3, 4 & 5. The position offers competitive salary and benefits such as free lunches, staff parking, and access to leisure facilities. This is a unique opportunity to work in a thriving music department within a respected institution.

Benefits

Free staff parking

Cycle to work scheme

Free refreshments

Free lunches

Access to school’s sport and leisure facilities

Pension scheme

Cultural, sporting, and theatrical events access

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in music education is a must.
• Ability to confidently teach key stages 3, 4 & 5 is essential.
• Degree in a relevant subject area required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Music department and oversee all teaching activities.
• Facilitate orchestral and choral performances.
• Engage in school-wide music-related events.

Skills

Professional experience in music education

Ability to teach KS3, 4 & 5

Orchestral and choral specialisms

Interest in Musical Theatre

Education

Good degree in a relevant subject area

Job description

Overview

Director of Music — Independent Through School — Maternity Cover from April/May 2026 — London

Connaught Education is currently a partner of a revered, all-through independent day school, based in Southwest London, to appoint a Director of Music. The role in question is a full-time maternity cover contract, due to commence from late April or early May 2026.

The school has seen considerable expansion since its inception in the early 90's, growing from 65 pupils to over 900 today, between the ages of 4 and 18 years old. The school benefits from extensive grounds and first-class facilities.

The Music department is a thriving one, central to school life, with 4 full-time teachers, 17 peripatetic staff as well as graduate teaching assistants. The department is housed in its own dedicated building, with multiple classrooms, practice rooms and an auditorium space for concerts and recitals.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

The appointed Director of Music will have relevant professional experience, a good degree in a relevant subject area and the ability to confidently teach KS3, 4 & 5, orchestral and choral specialisms and in interest in Musical Theatre would be advantageous.

Benefits

The school is offering the Director of Music an attractive salary, as well as the opportunity to work in one of London's best private schools with music facilities that rival any in the country. Additionally, some of the following benefits are on offer:

• Free staff parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free refreshments
• Free lunches
• Access to schools' sport and leisure facilities
• Pension scheme
• Access to a continuous cycle of cultural, sporting, theatrical talks and events

This is a rare opportunity to take on a role in one of London's best private schools, which values Music and places it at the centre of school life.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application via the advertisement, or contact Liam at Connaught Education directly.

Connaught Education- The Independent School Specialist.

Connaught Resourcing operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. Connaught Resourcing will carry out background checks including referencing and where required an Enhanced or Standard DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.