HEAD OF MUSIC

Independent Schools Association Of Southern Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A girls' preparatory school in Johannesburg is seeking a Head of Music to inspire and educate students. The role involves directing music programmes and delivering a high-quality music curriculum. Essential qualifications include a relevant Music and/or Teaching degree and strong leadership skills. The position is set to start in January 2026. Interested candidates should apply before the 2nd of November 2025.

Qualifications

• SACE registered music educator.
• Experience in directing music programmes and teaching.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an engaging music curriculum that inspires students.
• Direct curricular and co-curricular music programmes.
• Manage budgets and analyse costs.

Skills

Music education

Leadership skills

Curriculum planning

Piano proficiency

Budget management

Education

Relevant Music and/or Teaching degree

Job description

APPS, an independent girls’ preparatory school, wishes to appoint a Head of Music with effect from January 2026 (or by mutual agreement).

The successful candidate will be an inspiring and collaborative educator with a passion for music, strong leadership ability and a deep understanding of the pivotal role the arts play in a child’s development, and should have:

The candidate should have:

• a relevant Music and/or Teaching degree and be SACE registered;
• the commitment and creative drive to promote a very high standard of teaching and learning;
• expertise in planning and delivering an engaging music curriculum that inspires girls to develop their musical skills and fosters a love for the Arts;
• experience in directing the curricular and co-curricular music programmes, including class music teaching, choir direction and ensemble management;
• proficiency in piano-playing and accompaniment;
• a passion for developing and sustaining new ideas, and a collaborative approach when working with teachers, peripatetic staff and the leadership team;
• strong leadership, interpersonal, administrative and computer skills;
• experience in preparing and managing budgets, as well as analysing costs;
• an inclusive approach that respects and celebrates girls from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds;
• an understanding of and commitment to the Christian ethos and values of the school;
• a valid clearance certificate in terms of the Sexual Offenders Act.

APPS is an equal opportunity employer

Interested parties should please complete the attached form, using the link

The school reserves the right not to make an appointment.

An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in the applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. If no communication has been received within two weeks after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Closing Date

02/11/2025

Auckland Park Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa