Head of Music – Independent School – Bedford – Immediate Start

Marchant Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Independent School in Bedford is looking for a Head of Music to lead its Performing Arts department. This role involves leading curriculum planning, directing musical productions, and teaching music from KS3 to KS5. Ideal for experienced teachers or current Heads seeking a new environment. The school boasts excellent facilities and a strong culture of music within a motivated student body. Leadership allowance applicable on the Independent School scale.

Benefits

Excellent facilities

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Experience as a Music Teacher or existing Head of Music.
• Proven ability to lead a departmental team.
• Strong understanding of KS3 to KS5 music curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead departmental planning and curriculum progression.
• Direct choirs, ensembles, and musical productions.
• Coordinate concerts, tours, recitals, and festivals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Music teaching

Curriculum planning

Directing choirs

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

A prestigious Independent School in Bedford is seeking a Head of Music to lead their dynamic Performing Arts department from immediate start . This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced Music Teacher ready to step into leadership or an existing Head of Music seeking a new environment.

About the Role

• Lead departmental planning and curriculum progression
• Direct choirs, ensembles, and musical productions
• Teach Music across KS3–KS5
• Coordinate concerts, tours, recitals, and festivals
• Shape department strategy and maintain strong musical culture

School Information

The school has :

• A thriving performance tradition
• Excellent facilities including recital hall & rehearsal spaces
• Supportive leadership and collegial staff team
• Motivated students who value the arts

This is a school where the arts are celebrated, visible, and deeply embedded in the cultural life of the community.

Salary

Leadership allowance on Independent School scale.

Application

Please submit your application with your CV to Natalie Hunter as soon as possible.