Subject Leader for Music

Preston School; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and dedicated Music Leader to inspire students and foster a love of music. This role involves leading the Music department, developing extracurricular activities, and organizing concerts and productions. With a commitment to student performance and personal growth, this position offers a supportive environment and numerous benefits, including generous leave and a local government pension scheme. If you are enthusiastic about music education and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local government pension scheme

Sick pay scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free eye tests

Employee assistance helpline

Employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a music department and developing extracurricular activities.
• Commitment to improving as a teacher and leader.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management of the Music department.
• Organize school music concerts and productions.

Skills

Leadership in Music Education

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Passion for Music

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Music or Education

Job description

Main duties and responsibilities

1. To provide leadership and management of the Music department
2. To liaise with SLT regarding student performance in Music to enable all students to achieve their full potential
3. To develop, cultivate, and maintain a love of music among students
4. To develop extracurricular activities in music such as orchestra and bands
5. To contribute towards the organisation of school productions
6. To organise school music concerts
7. To cultivate a love of learning among students
8. To be committed to continually improving as a teacher and leader

We offer many advantages, including a generous annual leave entitlement, access to a local government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests, and an employee assistance helpline. You will also have access to an employee benefits platform offering savings on essentials and special offers on travel, dining, and entertainment.

We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy before the deadline if sufficient applications are received.

Preston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.