Head of Music

Wren Academy Enfield, Enfield, EN2 8GH

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2024

• Closing date

  9 October 2023 at 9am

• Date listed

  7 June 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of year or phase
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: No, visa sponsorship not available
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Music
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: plus Wren allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Possess a good degree and QTS.
• Be an excellent teacher with the ability to inspire students to become effective, self directed learners.
• Have the skills and experience necessary to achieve outstanding examination results.
• Possess a thorough understanding of the requirements and opportunities of the secondary curriculum.
• Have experience of teaching a range of year groups and knowledge of examination curriculums.
• Possess the skills necessary to contribute effectively to the leadership of extracurricular activities.
• Show evidence of having developed the learning capacity of students.
• Be able to support and role model on delivery of school ethos and policies.
• Show evidence of continued professional development.
• Have relevant experience of working in comprehensive and multicultural environments.
• Possess strong leadership and management skills.
• Have sound technical understanding of school leadership issues.
• Have the capability to lead others in successful school innovation.
• Demonstrate the ability to set up and operate effective self-evaluation systems.
• Be committed to maintaining a distinctive and inclusive Christian vision in the Academy.
• Be able to relate to all students in a positive and constructive way and inspire them to achieve more than they think possible.
• Have qualities which earn the trust and respect of students, staff, parents and governors.
• Demonstrate the inspiration to motivate and the ability to build on the strengths and expertise of each staff member.
• Possess integrity, optimism, credibility, resilience, calmness and a sense of proportion.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Have the ability to relate positively to parents and other stakeholders and engage them successfully in the life of the Academy.
• Be able to build constructive working relationships with local schools and colleges, employers and the local authority.

What the school offers its staff

All teachers joining Wren receive a high-quality professional development experience. We hope that simply by working at the new academy, teachers will become better practitioners and that much of the best professional development will be found in working with Wren colleagues. However, we explicitly prioritise CPD with an innovative programme which provides 3 discrete hours for the development of teachers. Within this structure there is a focus on engaging with the latest educational research, with many colleagues undertaking research projects related to their practice. Therefore, we are looking to recruit teachers who are keen to become the very best teachers whilst focusing on ensuring excellent progress and the creation of firm foundations which will lead to GCSE and A Level success.

Our new buildings which we occupied in December 2022 are architecturally impressive and provide an exceptional teaching environment with breath-taking views across the greenbelt and into London. As well as a range of good-sized well-equipped classrooms the site benefits from the following features:

• A welcoming and pleasant restaurant area for both staff and students which is set at the heart of the school
• Dance studio, extensive gym, and assembly hall
• Impressive Sixth Form social and study areas
• Excellent performance spaces both in and outdoors
• Pleasant outdoor social and learning areas for both staff and students

The development of a second academy has led to collaboration and innovation opportunities which benefit all staff and have improved the provision of both schools. Many professional development opportunities have been created which ensure that all colleagues are well equipped and encouraged to be effective in their role. The Head of Music at Wren Finchley is keen to work collaboratively with the successful candidate to create excellent music provision across the Trust.

Applying for the job

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to wrenhr@wrenacademy.org

Skilled worker visa sponsorship is not available for this job.

Upload additional documents

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New Application Form - Teaching Staff Enfield.doc - 421 KB (opens in new tab)

Wren Academy Enfield - Head of Music September 2023.pdf - 348 KB (opens in new tab)

About Wren Academy Enfield

• School type: Free School, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 549 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Wren Academy Enfield website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: wrenhr@wrenacademy.org
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Arranging a visit to Wren Academy Enfield

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email wrenhr@wrenacademy.org.

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