Head of Music (Prep)

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; White River Country Estates; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Uplands Preparatory, located in White River, seeks an innovative Head of Music with a passion for leadership and education. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, relevant qualifications, and experience in various performance modes to enhance the musical experience for students. Applications are invited to create a vibrant musical environment within a forward-thinking institution.

Qualifications

• Proven IEB experience preferred.
• Experience in musical theatre, vocal, and physical work.
• Commitment to self-development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and grow musical talents at all levels.
• Strategically plan and execute the musical programme.
• Encourage pupils’ participation in hands-on activities.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication

Enthusiasm

Leadership capacity

Creativity in teaching

Experience in performance modes

Management skills

Education

Qualified professional in Music Education

Job description

“Today’s thinking child is tomorrow’s achiever”

Head of Music (Prep)

Uplands is a forward-thinking, innovative co-educational independent school located on a 110-hectare Estate in White River, Mpumalanga, that is committed to providing quality education to day- and boarding scholars from Grade 0000 to 12.

Uplands School is a member of the Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa (ISASA) and the Anglican Board of Education of South Africa (ABESA) and offers examinations set by the Independent Examination Board (IEB).

Uplands Preparatory seeks to appoint a passionate Head of Music, whose strengths will lie in good verbal and written communication as well as being an enthusiastic and energetic person.

The successful applicant will:

• Possess suitable professional qualifications.
• Ideally have proven IEB experience.
• Display a clear capacity for the effective leadership of others.
• Take a leading role in inspiring and growing the musical experience and talents of pupils at all levels.
• Possess management skills to strategically plan and execute all aspects of the musical programme, which will include extensive musical activities, budgeting and staffing.
• Embrace technology in the classroom and display a creative teaching style.
• Have experience in a wide variety of performance modes such as musical theatre, vocal and physical work.
• Plan and organise hands-on activities that encourage pupils’ participation, involvement and development to create a positive learning environment.
• Be committed to continued self-development.

All applications will be handled with confidence. Qualified candidates are requested apply to submitting a CV not exceeding three pages and the contact details of two referees to Head of Music Application Form

Uplands is an equal opportunities employer. Submission of a CV does not automatically entitle the applicant to an interview. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and Uplands reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Closing date: 17 July 2025.

Uplands, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.