Joint Head of WBP

International Schools Today; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

subsided catered lunches during term

on site gym

free concert tickets

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Chetham’s School of Music invites applications for a Head of Department with a Woodwind specialism. The role is permanent and term-time only, from January 2027, at 0.8 FTE with a responsibility allowance.

The post requires evening and weekend work, with regular Saturday mornings, and offers a supportive environment focused on student growth and wellbeing. The successful candidate will manage the Woodwind, Brass and Percussion Department, inspire learners, and collaborate with parents and staff

Qualifications

• Permanent, term-time only role from January 2027.
• 4 days per week, Monday to Friday with additional hours for performances and rehearsals.
• Regular Saturday morning work and some evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Woodwind, Brass and Percussion Department.
• Inspire, teach and support students at all levels to achieve high musical standards.
• Liaise with parents and the wider staff team and contribute to school leadership.

Job description

Chetham’s School of Music seeks an accomplished performer, teacher and leader with a specialism in Woodwind to fulfil a Head of Department role.

The Job

• A permanent, term time only role from January 2027 (subject to recruitment checks).
• 4 days per week, Monday to Friday (with additional hours supporting student performances/ rehearsals during the evening and at weekends as required). Hours can be considered on an individual and flexible basis. (This role may be suitable for a job share for the right candidates).
• Regular Saturday morning work is required, plus some evening and additional weekend work.
• The role will focus on caretaking the Woodwind, Brass and Percussion Department. The successful candidate(s) will support our Woodwind, Brass & Percussion students to continue to reach the highest of musical standards within a nurturing environment, focussed on personal growth and wellbeing. Able to inspire, teach and support all levels of students alike, candidates will equally be capable of working at management level – liaising with parent and the wider staff team.

In return

• Salary – MPS plus responsibility allowance B (0.8) FTE equivalent.
• Flexibility available in respect to working hours.
• Benefits include subsided catered lunches during term-time, on site gym, free tickets to selected concerts & Cycle to Work Scheme.

Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service Reg. Charity No: 526702