Assistant Director of Music

The College is now seeking to appoint a talented, well-qualified, inspirational musician and teacher, who can communicate to young people a passion and enthusiasm for Music that extends well beyond the classroom. 

The successful candidate will build on the outstanding reputation of the department in supporting a wide range of opportunities for all pupils to be involved in the musical life of the school. They will play an integral part of the co-curricular music provision, leading and directing many of the co-curricular groups, and will assist the Director of Music in the planning and delivery of the co-curricular music programme. They will play an important role for nurturing the talents of the College’s Scholars and top musicians in preparing public performances of the highest quality.

In addition, there may be the option to take on responsibility for academic music for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities of the post-holder will include:

·        Assist the Director of Music in the planning and delivery of a rich co-curricular music programme.

·        Nurture the talents of all pupils through inspirational coaching and teaching;

·        Direct many of the College ensembles in-line with candidate’s areas of expertise;

·        Assist the Director of Music in the delivery of the scholarship programme which will include mentoring scholars and checking on progress;

·        Teach a reduced timetable of academic Music;

·        Regularly report to the Director of Music on the progress of pupils, and recommend opportunities to develop pupils’ musicianship.

This job description is indicative of the expected duties and responsibilities of a teacher and Assistant Director of Music at Epsom College.  Given the dynamic and evolving nature of the role this job description is fluid and would expect to alter as the College’s teaching and co curricular strategy and academic developments evolve.  

As a teacher

·        Contribute to the successful teaching of the subject in years 7 to 13, adapting and reassessing lesson plans to meet specific student needs, liaising with the Academic Support Department as necessary;

·        Be responsible for the processes of assessment, recording and reporting for the pupils in their charge;

·        Assess pupils’ work frequently in line with Departmental and school policy and use the results to inform future planning, teaching and curricular development;

·        Be familiar with school assessment and reporting procedures and prepare and present informative, helpful and accurate reports to parents both in writing and at parent consultation evenings;

·        Enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the Department and wider College through sharing resources and good practice, lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional development;

·        Consolidate and extend learning, encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own learning;

·        Set high expectations for all pupils to deepen their knowledge and understanding and to maximise their achievement;

·        Use positive management of behaviour in an environment of mutual respect that allows pupils to feel safe and secure and promotes their self-esteem;

·        Play an active role in the co-curricular life of the Department, including contributing to support sessions, extension programmes, competitions, trips, open days, prep school events, and so on;

·        Contribute to the school wide co-curricular programme as requested by the Assistant Head: Total Curriculum. 

·        Work as a tutor in a day or boarding house as requested by the Second Master;

·        Adhere to, and promote, all College policies and procedures;

·        Undertake any other reasonable task as directed by the Headmaster, Deputy Head Academic or Head of Department.

The College reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the College’s business.

Epsom College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.