Head of Secondary Music — Inspire Performance & Innovation

Nord Anglia Education, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 170,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Nord Anglia Education’s Dover Court International School in Singapore seeks an outstanding Head of Secondary Music to lead high-quality teaching and learning across Years 7–12, with IGCSE/IB offerings and a Juilliard collaboration shaping professional development.

The role requires a strong track record in curriculum leadership, inclusion for learners with diverse needs and English as an additional language, and a commitment to a vibrant co-curricular music programme and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music or Education required.
• PGCE, QTS or international equivalent.
• Proven track record with at least 2 years’ teaching experience.
• Experience in international schools and diverse learner groups welcome.
• Strong curriculum delivery and leadership in music across pathways.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Music department and oversee curriculum across Years 7–12 (IGCSE/IB).
• Drive high-quality teaching and learning with focus on inclusion and student outcomes.
• Lead recruitment, development and performance management of music staff.
• Support Safeguarding and foster collaboration with Juilliard partnership and external programmes.
• Moderate and monitor assessment data to ensure progress for all students.

Skills

Teaching leadership

Curriculum design

Inclusive education

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music or Education

PGCE / QTS or international equivalent

CRB/Background disclosure clearance

Work eligibility in Singapore / visa compliance

Job description

Nord Anglia Education’s Dover Court International School in Singapore seeks an outstanding Head of Secondary Music to lead high-quality teaching and learning across Years 7–12, with IGCSE/IB offerings and a Juilliard collaboration shaping professional development.

The role requires a strong track record in curriculum leadership, inclusion for learners with diverse needs and English as an additional language, and a commitment to a vibrant co-curricular music programme and safeguarding.