Assistant Director of Music

St Edward's is seeking to appoint a bright and innovative part-time Assistant Director of Music from September 2024 or January 2025. The Assistant Director of Music will support the Director of Music in delivering Music throughout the School both within the classroom as well as in the co-curricular music provision. They will teach class music lessons from Year 7 upwards and oversee the development of the curriculum in the Lower School (Years 7-9). The Assistant Director will play a full role in the Music Department’s co-curricular programme and will have the opportunity to lead a range of ensembles and choirs. The Assistant will be fully involved in the running and organisation of the major concerts during the year, including the annual Carol Service at Tewkesbury Abbey and St Edward’s Spring Concert at Pittville Pump Room. The Assistant will also be the first point of contact for our dedicated team of Visiting Music Teachers. This role is equally suitable for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) aspiring to be a Director of Music or a more experienced teacher.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will:

show clear commitment to safeguarding children;

be a well-qualified graduate of Music or a related discipline;

have good keyboard skills

take a full role in leading and conducting ensembles, choirs and performances across the School;

plan and teach class lessons in an engaging manner in a highly successful Music department across all year groups from Year 7 upwards;

support the progress of all students studying Music by taking a role in departmental support and enrichment sessions;

assist with the development of partnership projects with local schools;

set clear expectations for pupil behaviour within an encouraging classroom environment;

The Assistant Director of Music will report to the Director of Music, and ultimately to the Head Teacher.

About St Edward’s School

At St Edward’s we have high expectations of all members of our school community, from our students to our staff. Excellent teaching and pastoral care in our nurturing and encouraging environment allow our students and staff to flourish.

Our small class sizes mean that our teachers know students as individuals and can provide tailored support to maximise achievement. Our school motto means to strive for the best and that is exactly what we want for everyone in our school.

About the Role and You

Contract type: Part-time, permanent, 0.4 FTE

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Start date: September 2024

Application closing date: 1st May 2024

Interview date: Week commencing 6th May 2024

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Planning, delivering and assessing engaging music lessons.
• Inspire creativity, musical expression and technical skills in our students.
• Teach music theory, performance and appreciation of genres.
• Lead extracurricular music activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall music curriculum.
• Promote outstanding progress and outcomes by students.
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of every student.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a bachelor’s degree in music.
• Has QTS (essential).
• Has at least 1 year’s experience teaching.
• Has experience designing and implementing inspirational and engaging schemes of work.
• Is flexible, adaptable and enthusiastic.
• Has a strong commitment to continued personal development.

What Can We Offer You?

• Small class sizes.
• Ability to engage in a collaborative learning communities.
• Coaching development.
• Bursaries for dependent children at any Alpha School.
• Bonus for our ‘Refer a Friend Scheme.’
• Wellness programme.
• Access to life assurance.
• Lunch provided.
• On-site parking.
• Exceptional grounds and facilities.

If you are enthusiastic about shaping young minds, we would love to hear from you!

We look forward to welcoming you to St Edward’s School.

St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.