This is the Head of Music post at The De Montfort School, leading the music department and reporting to a member of the senior leadership team. The work centres on teaching and learning in music, driving achievement, and building performance and participation across the school. It is a permanent full-time post starting 1 January 2027, with an extra-curricular element. Candidates need an honours degree and QTS, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Lead teaching and learning in music
- Drive achievement and attainment across the music department
- Lead and develop music, including an ambitious and engaging curriculum
- Champion music within and beyond the classroom
- Raise the profile of music across the school
- Create opportunities for students to perform, participate and develop their talents
- Build a vibrant musical culture across the school
What’s required
Qualifications
- Honours degree
Registration & licences
- DfE recognised Qualified Teacher Status
Skills & knowledge
- Commitment to improving student learning and raising achievement
- Enthusiasm to inspire students to learn and take part
Checks & eligibility
- Full enhanced DBS check
- Right to work in the UK
Other
- Willingness to get involved in the department's extra-curricular offer
- Commitment to professional development and continual improvement
What’s offered
- Access to the Teachers' Pensions Scheme
- Automatic pay progression on the main, upper and support pay ranges
- 7 calendared training days, including a December day for marking mock exams
- Paid special leave provisions
- Bank of pre-planned teaching resources
- Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
- Healthcare benefits including eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations, plus an Employee Assistance Programme
- Shopping and lifestyle discounts
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
