Head of Music
Lytchett Minster School, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6JDThis job expired on 16 April 2023 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2023
Closing date
16 April 2023 at 11:59pm
Date listed
17 March 2023
Job details
Job role
- Head of year or phase
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Music
Working pattern
- Full time: Full-time but part-time will be considered for the right candidate
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3
Additional allowances
TLR 2.3 - £7,368 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
This is an exciting opportunity is available for a knowledgeable and skilled specialist Music teacher eager to develop his/her career in an exceptionally well equipped department within an outstanding and attractive school to lead the Music team. We seek a colleague who will inspire students of all ages and abilities, to enjoy and understand Music. The successful candidate will work alongside a dedicated, friendly and supportive team, all of whom are committed to both the timeless aspects of good teaching and a willingness to explore new directions. The dominant ethos of the department is one of team work and co-operation. This is a full-time role, but part-time would also be considered for the right candidate. The successful candidate will be required to teach all aspects and ability ranges of Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 Music.
Assisted by the Music Admin Assistant, the Head of Music will have oversight and management of the team of peripatetic music teachers, including recruitment.
What the school offers its staff
At the heart of every post within the school is a very strong teacher, well qualified, enthusiastic and energetic, capable of inspiring and challenging students across all of the Key Stages. The successful candidate will be familiar with all aspects of Music teaching as well as the latest developments and initiatives. They should also be able to demonstrate a genuine love and enjoyment of the subject. An abiding commitment to the very highest standards of academic performance and the ability to sustain good discipline within their area is essential.
We pride ourselves on our strong induction systems which new colleagues always value highly. All employees at Lytchett Minster School receive a thorough and personalised programme of induction and support. We also have well developed performance management systems.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff/volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and acceptable references.
We will conduct social media/internet searches of shortlisted candidates as part of a safeguarding check. This will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. To avoid unconscious bias/any risk of discrimination, the person conducting the searches will not be on the appointment panel . Information will only be shared if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Lytchett Minster School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1526 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Lytchett Minster School website
- Email address
- parkers@lytchett.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01202 622413
Lytchett Minster is a successful 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with approximately 1590 students. Set in a semi-rural location with an 18th Century family Manor House at its heart, Lytchett has one of the most beautiful and inspirational learning environments in the county with stunning extensive grounds and a number of modern extensions including the Arts block and theatre. The school is massively over-subscribed and highly regarded in the community. Parents know that Lytchett looks after its students, providing them with outstanding pastoral care and high-quality teaching. The school has a successful, thriving sixth form with over 340 students.
Lytchett has not joined a multi-academic trust, and has no intention of doing so, because it values its independence as a secondary school which serves its local community and produces outstanding outcomes for its students.
Arranging a visit to Lytchett Minster School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email parkers@lytchett.org.uk.
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