Position: Director of Music
Location: On site, Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3BA
Hours: This is a full-time post
Start date: 4 January 2027
The closing date for this position will be Tuesday 16 June at 8:00am
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 23 June.
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made; applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
We are looking for a dynamic and inspiring Director of Music to lead Badminton’s flourishing Music department.
Main responsibilities include:
• To have overall responsibility for leading and managing the Music Department, and for the development of music throughout the school
• Ensure Music is taught in an interesting and challenging manner, enabling each pupil to realise her potential
• Enable a ‘music for all’ mentality and work closely with colleagues, including Pastoral Heads and SEND staff to facilitate this
• Ensure a full, varied and stimulating extra-curricular timetable
• Develop appropriate specifications, materials and schemes of work
• Contribute to the teaching of the department as set out in the timetable
To be considered for this position, we are looking for the following:
• Strong practical musician with high standard of piano expertise and the ability to offer several musical specialisms
• Able to conduct and lead instrumental ensembles and choirs to a high standard
• Excellent team leader with the ability to motivate others and delegate effectively
• Excellent subject knowledge
For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please see the person specification in the candidate brochure.
What We Offer:
• Free lunch is provided
• Onsite parking, use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times)
• Pension scheme membership (including life cover)
Applicants should be aware that all email communication with HR will be sent via E-teach. We recommend that you check your emails and E-teach account regularly.
