Appointment of Head of Strings

Winchester College seeks to appoint a Head of Strings from September 2023, but the school would be happy to discuss an earlier or later start date with candidates at interview. 

Music has been central to life at Winchester College ever since its foundation in 1382 when William of Wykeham, Bishop of Winchester made provision for 16 choirboys, Quiristers, who still provide the treble line for the Chapel Choir. 

The Music Department is one of the leading departments in the country, with two thirds of the pupils learning an instrument, while many learn two or three. There are over 700 individual instrumental lessons given each week. Pupils can study music at IGCSE and A level, and many go on to read music at university. The Music School offers excellent facilities for music-making, with a large rehearsal and concert hall, 50 teaching and practice rooms, a fully-equipped music technology classroom, recording studio, editing suite, percussion studio and rock room. 

The Head of Strings will join a thriving and committed department of six other music staff, a Music Administrator and 50 visiting music teachers. The Head of Strings is influential in inspiring and developing young musicians across the College through creative leadership, example and innovation. 13+ music award holders are often Grade 8 or diploma standard, and there are a large number of pupils for whom string playing has been a part of their life for as long as they can remember. 

About Winchester College 

Winchester College currently has 700 pupils. In September 2022, the College welcomed 40 day pupils, including 17 girls, into the Sixth Form and will continue to do so, over time expanding the entry each year to up to 50 girl boarders. The number of pupils boarding at the College will remain the same. 

Situated in the heart of Winchester and within easy reach of London, there are few schools in the world which can claim to be as historic, distinguished and beautiful as Winchester College. This unparalleled combination attracts pupils from across the world, making Winchester a truly international and diverse community which celebrates and values everyone’s individuality, talents and potential. 

Terms and conditions, and applications 

The post will commence from September 2023, and includes a generous benefits package and access to excellent sports facilities. 

For full details on the above post and to apply please click here. 

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 27 February 2023. 

Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV and covering letter with your application. 

Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to close the application process early should a suitable candidate be found. 

Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 6 March 2023. 

If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk

Safeguarding 

Winchester College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. 

Diversity and inclusion 

We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We are keen to welcome applications from all applicants that feel that they meet the requirements of the role, regardless of their background and culture. 

Further information 

Further information about the school can be found at www.winchestercollege.org

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