Head of Music
Loreto High School Chorlton, Manchester, M21 7SW25 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
31 August 2026 at 8am
Date listed
6 August 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Music
Working pattern
- Full time, part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Loreto High School is seeking a passionate Head of Department to join our dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students and contribute to the development of the Quality of Education within a supportive department focused on improving teaching practice and student outcomes.
We maintain high standards of behaviour and foster an inclusive environment for all students, supporting those pursuing higher education and those with special educational needs. Staff are expected to uphold the school’s ethos and reinforce policies on conduct and courtesy. We encourage involvement in extra-curricular activities to support students’ development beyond the classroom.
As part of the global Loreto family of schools, Loreto High School benefits from a 400-year tradition of excellence. Our school is built on the values of respect, integrity, and service, creating an inclusive environment where students of all abilities can thrive. We are committed to academic development, ensuring staff are equipped to deliver high-quality education.
The Successful Candidate Will Be:
- A qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring students.
- An effective leader who can drive high standards of teaching and learning, supporting and developing colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for all learners
- Committed to delivering engaging lessons for a range of abilities across both key stages.
- Enthusiastic about contributing to extra-curricular activities.
- A reliable and collaborative team player with a strong work ethic.
- Dedicated to upholding the school’s high standards and ethos.
What the school offers its staff
Employee Benefits
Professional Development: Tailored support for career growth, regular training, and a personalised induction programme.
Health and Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, Mental Health First Aiders, Cycle to Work Scheme, free eye tests, and gym discounts.
Financial Rewards: Competitive salaries, pension contributions, long service awards, and access to discount platforms.
Work-Life Balance: Regular workload reviews and flexible working opportunities where possible.
Community and Recognition: Positive working environment that values achievements and contributions.
How to Apply. If you are passionate about making a difference, please apply by demonstrating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job Description
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Loreto High School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to all the relevant pre-employment checks set out in “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, including an enhanced DBS certificate with a barred-list check, together with additional checks as part of the shortlisting process, including carrying out an online search.
More Information can be found at www.loretochorlton.co.uk
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Loreto High School Chorlton
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 742 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- pentlandm@loretochorlton.manchester.sch.uk
About Loreto High School
Part of the international family of Loreto schools and colleges and as such benefits from a 400 year old tradition and links with Loreto Sixth Form College and with Loreto schools and colleges both in the UK and worldwide.
"A truly diverse, welcoming and joy-filled school in which staff daily model the gospel values expressed by Mary Ward and deliver extraordinary care to each unique member of the community.” Section 48 Inspection March 2020
A small, friendly, inclusive, cohesive school where we get to know our students well, find out what they are good at and develop their talents “… a welcoming, caring and passionate school that really does know every child.” Parent View
Visitors tell us our students are calm and well-mannered and that our Catholic ethos pervades all that we do.
Arranging a visit to Loreto High School Chorlton
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email pentlandm@loretochorlton.manchester.sch.uk.
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