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Subject Leader of Music (Academic)

Twynham School, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1JF

This job expired on 15 October 2025 – see similar jobs

• Closing date

  15 October 2025 at 8am

• Date listed

  29 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Music
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale plus TLR 2.1, £32,916 to £51,048 plus TLR of £3,527 (FTE)
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2.1

  £3,527

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:

• Lead the Music department’s academic and curriculum development as part of an aspirational organisation with a vision for world class education
• Further improve the already strong outcomes for students in Music
• Work with like-minded colleagues who believe in the power of education to transform lives
• Contribute to the further development of a high performing department, in the school and the MAT

You are likely to be someone who:

• Is an exceptional classroom teacher and a strong leader
• Has a proven track-record of improving outcomes for students
• Understands how to enable students to achieve at the highest level
• Has an understanding of effective pedagogy and a commitment to evidence informed improvement

• Will embrace our highly supportive and professional culture

Essential:

• A good Honours degree (in a subject relevant to the position)
• Qualified Teacher Status and evidence of completion of statutory induction
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the post
• Proven track record of raising achievement and securing high achievement of students
• Successful experience of teaching the subject across Key Stage 3-4 in a state 11-16 or 11-18 school
• An excellent musician, accomplished in specialist instrument
• A reflective practitioner with a history of expertise in classroom pedagogy and the ability to improve outcomes for students
• Demonstrable experience of curriculum development and curriculum design improving outcomes
• A record of sharing good practice with other curriculum teams or schools
• Experience of undertaking performance management reviews with colleagues and supporting their professional development
• High-energy and passionate individual with a clear moral purpose which is driven by a desire to improve the life chances of young people.
• An emotionally intelligent colleague who can adapt to a range of situations and communicate with various stakeholders including students, parents and other colleagues and professionals.
• A team player who is comfortable in both providing and responding to professional challenge.
• An ability to inspire and relate well to the whole community.
• Outgoing and enthusiastic with a positive “can-do” attitude and a solution-focused approach.
• A sense of humour

Desirable:

• A higher degree or management qualification
• A record of excellence in leadership of large teams, including staff development which builds and sustains teachers’ practice
• Experience of dealing effectively with the under-performance of teachers
• Experience of leading staff and responsibility for outcomes of a cohort of students beyond own classroom
• Successful teaching experience at A-level
• Evidence of further leadership development
• Experience of working across a range of school environments
• Experience of involvement in successful Ofsted inspections
• Experience of leading school trips and a commitment to the encouraging of extra-curricular activities
• Ability to travel independently between locations during the working day, as required

What the school offers its staff

About the Post

We are looking to appoint an exceptional and inspirational Subject Leader of Music (Academic) to join our highly successful Music department. This is a very rare and exciting opportunity to join an already high-performing subject area and to support the vision for excellence.

This post would suit an inspirational colleague looking to join an exceptional music department, working in conjunction with the Subject Leader of Music (Extra-Curricular) to drive the department forward, providing world class opportunities for our students. The opportunity to be part of the team which works across two schools and two different contexts offer unrivalled career development for an aspirational colleague.

About the School and Music Department

The Twynham TGS music department has an outstanding reputation in the local community and has recently been appointed as one of the Lead Schools in BCP for the local music hub. The music department is an integral part of the school and a key player in the Twynham Learning Trust.

• At Twynham School, the department is equipped with four large classrooms, including two Mac suites, running Logic Pro X, four practice rooms, a recording studio and performing spaces on site. At TGS, there are two classrooms including a Mac suite and four practice rooms.
• There are currently 65 students taking GCSE music as well as 20 students taking A-Level Music and Music Technology.
• There are 14 clubs and rehearsals that run each week, led by our four fantastic music teachers and our peripatetic staff. We perform an annual musical production in partnership with the Performing Arts department.
• Twynham School runs a music scholarship for 50 of our strongest musicians, providing free instrument lessons, instrument hire and a wide range of performing opportunities. 180 students have instrument and singing lessons each week.
• TGS is a MiSST school, providing a free classical instrument and specialist tuition for every student in Key Stage 3, as well as incredible performing opportunities in world-renowned venues.
• Students from Twynham TGS perform at more than 25 school concerts, events and showcases each year and have a fantastic reputation in the local community. Our Christmas concert and recitals are held at the Christchurch Priory, we take part in several local music competitions and jazz band and others regularly perform at local events e.g. Christchurch food festival, proms on the bandstand, busking at Christmas.

This is a truly exceptional opportunity for a talented and ambitious colleague.

What do our parents say about Twynham School?

"The staff at Twynham School truly know my child and have supported them at every stage of their educational journey."

"Twynham School sets high expectations for behaviour and academic success, all within a caring and supportive environment."

What do our students say?

"I feel safe at Twynham School."

"I am supported and challenged to be the best I can be."

"I love the wide variety of extracurricular activities available"

What do our staff say?

"I feel valued as part of a collaborative team, both within Twynham School and across our trust."

"There are fantastic opportunities for professional development and career growth."

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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

Any questions?

To discuss the post or your application, please contact Alison Brown (Senior HR Administrator) on 01202 486536 EXT 3054 or email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: recruitment@twynhamlearning.com

Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies

The closing date is 15 October 2025 at 8am

(We reserve the right to interview exceptional applicants before the deadline and we encourage interested colleagues to apply early.)

Commitment to safeguarding

We value diversity and inclusiveness. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities. We don't discriminate on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/nationality, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. We'll only consider people who can evidence their right to work in the UK. We're committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes to safeguard children. We undertake enhanced criminal records checks before appointment. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

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Additional documents

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Subject Leader Music (Academic) Job Description (TS TGS).docx - 65.6 KB (opens in new tab)

Candidate Pack Subject Leader - Music (Academic).pdf - 499 KB (opens in new tab)

About Twynham School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1703 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Twynham School website
• Email address: recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
• Phone number: 01202486536
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/twynham-school

Twynham School is an exceptionally special place; a school which believes in the unlimited potential of every child, where people are valued above all and ultimately a place where every child can be successful. Our long-tradition of success is built on two vital pillars; high quality teaching and learning and, most importantly, the value we place on the very special relationships between students and staff.

Arranging a visit to Twynham School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@twynhamlearning.com.

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