Head of Music

Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust; Southam CP; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an inspirational Head of Music to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to shape the musical journey of enthusiastic students, fostering a passion for learning and creativity. The successful candidate will be a talented educator with a strong understanding of current educational practices, dedicated to enhancing student achievement and engagement. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, this position promises to be rewarding for those eager to make a difference in young people's lives. Join a community that values excellence and innovation in education!

Qualifications

• Passionate about music and education.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging music curriculum and lessons.
• Lead and inspire students in music education.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Music Knowledge

Curriculum Development

Student Engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Ref: SCH-SVMAT-0781 10 day(s) remaining

Establishment: Southam College Location: Southam Salary: 31650.00 - 49084.00 Department: Music SOU Job Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 20/05/2025 09:00 Interview Date: - Start Date: 01/09/2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: TMS/UPS

The Role

Southam College

Welsh Road West

Southam, CV47 0JW

Tel: [phone]

www.southamcollege.com

Headteacher: M Mason

Head of Music

1 fte

TLR2a £3,391

Required From September 2025

Southam College is a high performing and oversubscribed 11-18 School set in the heart of Warwickshire close to Coventry, Leamington, Banbury and Leicester. In 2021 we were rated 'Outstanding' for the third time by Ofsted. In 2022, 75% of all grades achieved at GCSE were 5 or above and 40% of all grades achieved at GCSE were grade 7 or above.

We are determined to build on this success by continuing to:

• Raising achievement at GCSE and ‘A’ level
• Developing our Learning and Teaching skills
• Enhancing the range of Memorable Experiences available to our students
  
  

We are currently seeking to appoint an inspirational Head of Music to join our successful team. The successful applicant will be an inspirational forward thinker with a focus on developing exciting and engaging learning experiences and a belief in our ‘can do’ culture where anything is possible. You will be a talented teacher, with excellent subject knowledge and be well informed on current educational developments and initiatives. Passion is at the heart of our practice and it is essential that you have the ability to enthuse and motivate those around you. Be the best you can be!

At our school we value all our staff and every one of our 1620 students and see the investment in our staff as crucial as we look to build on previous successes for our students and across the school. We have an exemplary induction programme which provides an excellent foundation for career progression. We are part of Stowe Valley MAT, which is led by Southam College. This has further enhanced our ability to offer inspirational and supportive leadership and CPD for all of our staff.

If You Are

• passionate about your subject
• keen to teach motivated and enthusiastic students
• really want to make a difference to the lives of young people
  
  

then this might be just the job for you! If you have a passion for learning and teaching and really want to make a difference to the lives of young people, we would encourage you to join us at our caring and friendly school.

An application form and further details can be found on Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust website jobs section at www.stowevalleymat.com. Visits to the school are welcomed.

Closing Date: 20th May 2025

Please note that strong applications may be considered upon receipt.

The school is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure

Registered Office: Southam College, Welsh Road West, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 0JW

Registered in England No: 10445759. A Company Limited by Guarantee Telephone [phone]

Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade Qualified Teacher Status

Essential

Related Documents

Head of Music Information Leaflet Head of Music.pdf Download

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Safeguarding Information

Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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