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Head of Music

Weydon School, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8UG

This job expired on 11 June 2023 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2023

• Closing date

  11 June 2023 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 May 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
• Subject: Music
• Working pattern: Full time: Full Time Teaching Position with Head of Music responsibilities
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: £29,344 - £44,919 FTE per annum
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2B Currently £5,019

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, innovative and inspirational teacher with the passion and enthusiasm to fulfil a key role in the school as Head of Music for September 2023. This post would suit somebody looking to make the move into a head of department responsibility with the support of an established head of faculty, or someone with head of music experience. The key is that you are enthusiastic and capable of contributing to a highly effective and supportive teaching team. Music is very popular and over subscribed GCSE option, and we are looking for someone with the enthusiasm to continue its success.

What the school offers its staff

Weydon School is a large, ambitious and outstanding school in an unspoilt area of Surrey within easy reach of London. We are the Lead School for the Weydon Multi Academy Trust, comprising of ourselves, Woolmer Hill School, The Ridgeway School, The Abbey School, Rodborough, Park and Farnham Heath End School. The close proximity of these schools allows lots of opportunities for staff collaboration.

The Times frequently rates Weydon School in the top 10 across the UK for 11-16 schools, and achievements in Music are exceptional. Creative Arts at Weydon is found in the purpose built medici building. The Medici theatre is a 250-seater theatre for concerts and productions as well as drama lessons, drama is well-resourced and has an exceptional reputation throughout the school and local area. Our recent Celebration of Creative Arts, showcased the exceptional students both past and present. It has been said that we have grammar school outcomes and independent sector facilities; our ongoing and recent successes clearly demonstrate this.

In 2022, 90% of Music students achieved 4-9, 83% achieved 5-9 and 32% achieved 7-9. Colleagues and the leadership team are highly supportive. Students are respectful and responsive, and are proud to uphold the strong values of the school. If you join us, you will benefit from our extensive CPD programme organised in conjunction with our teaching school.

Commitment to safeguarding

Weydon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

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About Weydon School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1655 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Weydon School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@weydonschool.surrey.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01252 725 052
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