Music Technician - Chesham Grammar School

Buckinghamshire Council; Chesham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at a forward-thinking educational institution for a passionate individual interested in music. This role involves working in the Music Department, where you will organize rehearsals and extra-curricular activities while inspiring students and staff alike. The school is committed to staff wellbeing and offers a supportive environment with various benefits, including a generous pension scheme and ongoing professional development. If you enjoy music and working with young people, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Subsidised Gym Membership

Staff Social Events

Long Service Awards

Preferential Admission for Staff's Children

Comprehensive Induction Programme

Ongoing Staff CPD Support

Minimum 14% PPA for Teachers

Qualifications

• A good honour degree and qualified teacher status are essential.
• Evidence of relevant continuing professional development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Organising rehearsals and extra-curricular activities in the Music Department.
• Participating practically in music-related tasks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Musical Arrangement Skills

Education

Good Honour Degree

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant CPD

Job description

Location: Chesham

Overview

Salary Type: Bucks pay

Contract type: Fixed Term 1 September 2025 - 31 August 2026

Hours: 20 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)

Interviews to be held: Friday 16 May 2025

About us

Chesham Grammar School is one of the largest employers in the town of Chesham. We know that our staff are our most important resource and we try to do all we can to look after them. Our vision is for everyone at CGS to enjoy, achieve and belong.

This applies to staff and students alike. Some of the benefits of working at CGS are:

• A strong commitment to ensuring staff workload is manageable and to staff wellbeing
• Minimum 14% PPA for all teachers (more for TLR holders)
• Engaging, highly motivated and able students
• High staff retention
• Staff social events
• London Fringe Allowance
• Long service awards
• Preferential admission for qualified children of school staff
• Access to the generous Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)
• A comprehensive induction programme for new staff
• Strong commitment to ongoing staff CPD, including support for NPQs
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised gym membership at Chesham Leisure Centre (next door to the school)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a person interested in music, looking to gain some initial experience working in the School’s Music Department. Typical tasks will include organising rehearsals and extra-curricular activities. Some practical participation will be required.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are required together with the ability to use initiative and work under pressure. Above all, applicants must enjoy music and working with young people.

About you

PERSON SPECIFICATION

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
A good honour degree and qualified teacher status
Evidence of relevant CPD

EXPERIENCE
A proven track record of impact as a teacher and at departmental level
A thorough knowledge and understanding of current developments in teaching, learning and the curriculum
Excellent wider subject knowledge
Musical arrangement and orchestration skills (desirable)

PERSONAL SKILLS AND QUALITIES
A demonstrable passion for Music with an ability to inspire students and staff
Excellent communication skills and the ability to foster positive relationships
The ability to think analytically and strategically
The ability to set high standards
A strong moral purpose and drive for continuous improvement
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent record of attendance and punctuality
A good sense of humour (desirable)

Red Kite Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.