Director of School Based Teaching

Music Mark - The UK Association for Music Education; England; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading association for music education is seeking a new Leader to join its Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will oversee instrumental teaching in schools and manage the growth of Saturday Centres, contributing to the vital role of Music Hubs in education.

Benefits

Private Health cash plan

Workplace Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced practitioner in Music Education.
• Management and leadership experience required.
• Knowledge of Music Hubs beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of instrumental teaching in schools.
• Manage teams and oversee quality of teaching.
• Develop and manage partnerships with schools.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Music Education Knowledge

Education

Experience in Music Education

Job description

Employer

Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust

Location

Northamptonshire

Contract Type

Full-Time Permanent

Start Date

January 2026, or sooner if available

Closing Date

23rd June 2025 at 12:00

We are seeking to appoint a new Leader, to join the Senior Leadership Team of the Trust. In addition to having a shared responsibility for oversight of the work of the entire Trust, including its role as Music Hub Lead Organisation, the post holder will lead on the delivery of instrumental teaching in schools and for our network of Saturday Centres.

The Post Will Include Responsibility For

• Quality of teaching and learning in school-based activities: instrumental and vocal lessons, ensemble direction and projects.
• Staff welfare and student voice.
• Oversight of Heads of Department in the deployment of teaching resources.
• Annual Service Level Agreements with schools.
• Line Management of the Centre Heads, and responsibility for oversight of the growth and development of the Centres.
  
  

The post holder will be an experienced practitioner, used to managing and leading teams of people, and leading and managing initiatives. They will have knowledge and understanding of Music Hubs and their pivotal role in supporting Music Education.

Additionally, the post holder will be expected to retain an element of personal delivery in schools. There will also be the expectation to be involved in the full life of the Hub Lead Organisation: Instrumental or Vocal teaching, work with County Ensembles, Saturday Music Centres, and the rich and varied work of the Northamptonshire and Rutland Music Hub.

The post will start from the beginning of the Spring Term, or during the Autumn Term if available. Exact start date to be confirmed after interview.

The appointment is within the spirit of Teachers’ Conditions and is paid on the NMPAT Leadership Spine L7 – L11, £54,391 – £61,179. This post benefits from membership of Private Health cash plan through WPA, and membership of a workplace Pension Scheme with Royal London (Employers’ contribution 12%).

How to Apply

Application is by application form, including letter detailing your experience and suitability to be sent by email to [e-mail], or by post.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Chief Executive, Peter Smalley by emailing [e-mail], or by phoning 01604 637117.

Closing Date

23rd June 2025 at 12:00

Interviews

4th July 2025

Application Form Job Description and Person Specification Management Structure Senior Leadership Team Roles and Responsibilities

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About The Provider

Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust

Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts trust is the county’s biggest arts teaching provider, providing lessons inside and outside of schools.

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