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Head of Music

Head of Music

Mulberry Academy Shoreditch

London

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Salary:
M1 - UPS 3 (£29,664 - £48,244) plus TLR 1A - £7,853
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
ASAP or January 2020
Apply by:
2 September 2019

Job overview

Applications are invited for the following, which is advertised on a permanent basis starting from as soon as possible  or 1 January 2020.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and experienced music teacher, who will be able to lead our music department and to build on its success.

We expect that you:

• are a consistently outstanding teacher with an infectious enthusiasm for music;

• enjoy working with students and staff to ensure all learners achieve their best;

• have an unshakeable belief that all children deserve an excellent school and you want to be part of making Mulberry Academy Shoreditch outstanding; 

• inspire others and help everyone unlock their potential as learners and teachers; and

• have been successful as a teacher, have made a significant contribution to raising standards and have proven leadership skills. 

If you wish to apply for the above position, please refer to the attached job description and the required skills and experience within it.

Your completed application form should reach the HR Team by email at hradmin@mulberryacademyshoreditch.org by no later than 8am on 2nd September 2019.  You are advised to ensure your completed application form addresses the person specification criteria.  We regret that CVs or expressions of interest will not be accepted. Interviews will take place 17th September.

As a member of staff at Mulberry Academy Shoreditch, you will benefit from:

A FREE complimentary healthy breakfast every day during term time

The full support of an experienced Senior Leadership Team

An established Career Development Programme, validated by the Institute of Education

Outstanding facilities including a Sports Centre with state-of-the-art fitness suite for personal use

A location within a vibrant London borough, with excellent transport links connecting you to all the attractions of this international city

A diverse and friendly student and staff body

A competitive salary with inner-London weighting and pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme that allows you to get a new bike, clothing or accessories

Free eye tests and discount on a choice of modern frames and lenses

Discount/cashback scheme that offers huge savings on purchases (including the regular grocery shop), eating out, entertainment and much more

Access to our Lifeskills portal that offers advice on a range of useful matters, including mortgage, tenancy, personal finance and budgeting

Confidential 24/7 counselling support service for practical advice (including legal) or emotional support with either personal or work issues 

Access to Season Ticket Loans

Sabbatical scheme 

Range of training opportunities

Mulberry Academy Shoreditch is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.

Attached documents

About Mulberry Academy Shoreditch

We are delighted to welcome you to Mulberry Academy Shoreditch.

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our motivated and enthusiastic staff team. Mulberry Academy Shoreditch (MAS) is an outstanding education provider, with a proven track record for success and academic excellence. One of the many ways we look to secure this for the future of the academy is to employ the most talented and inspirational teachers and support staff.

Working at MAS is fast-paced, challenging and exciting, offering an inspiring environment and an array of fantastic opportunities. Our staff and students work closely together to achieve their best, making the academy a rewarding and fulfilling place of work. All of our staff are highly valued and recognised for the important part they play in the success of our academy, we pride ourselves on the outstanding provision for staff as well as students.

As a member of staff at Mulberry Academy Shoreditch, you will benefit from:

  • The full support of an experienced Senior Leadership Team
  • An established Career Development Programme, validated by the Institute of Education
  • Teacher training to gain QTS
  • Outstanding facilities including a Sports Centre with state-of-the-art fitness suite
  • A location within a vibrant London borough, with excellent transport links connecting you to all the attractions of this international city
  • A diverse and friendly student and staff body
  • A competitive salary with inner-London weighting and pension scheme
  • Staff loyalty annual bonus scheme
  • Staff wellbeing week twice a year!
  • Free healthy breakfast during term time
  • Free staff lunch every Friday
  • Cycle to work scheme that allows you to get a new bike, clothing or accessories
  • Free eye and eyesight tests and a choice of modern frames and lenses
  • Discount/cashback scheme that offers huge savings on purchases (including the regular grocery shop), eating out, entertainment and much more
  • Access to our Lifeskills portal that offers advice on a range of useful matters, including mortgage, tenancy, personal finance and budgeting
  • Confidential 24/7 counselling support service for practical advice (including legal) or emotional support with either personal or work issues
  • Access to Season Ticket Loans
  • Sabbatical scheme
  • Range of training opportunities

If you believe you have the passion, resilience and ambition, coupled with a genuine talent for bringing out the best in young people, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact us if you have any questions (0207 920 7900).

Safer Recruitment

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