Director of Music

Exeter Cathedral School is seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational individual to become its new Director of Music.

This is a key appointment for the School, and at its essence is the expectation to be the principal representative and ambassador for all school musical activity within this vibrant and musically-alive coeducational 3-13 Prep School. The new Director of Music will be responsible for the provision and strategic development of music and music-making across the School.

Music is absolutely central to the life of the School. Founded in the 12th century as a chorister school, ECS now educates some 275 pupils, including the boy and girl choristers of Exeter Cathedral, and the School’s musical heritage continues to be a crucial part of its identity. ECS has a celebrated track record of 13+ music scholarships to leading senior schools.

The successful candidate is likely to be an outstanding classroom practitioner with exceptional credentials as a musician (including keyboard skills). S/he is likely to have considerable experience of high-level music-making, substantial leadership experience and will have the energy and vision to be a role model for pupils and staff. Our aim is to foster a culture of inclusivity and ‘music for all’ but with a mindfulness for realising the potential of our most gifted pupil musicians. A sensitivity and regard for the traditions and past achievements of the Department will need to be combined with the vision to seek out new ideas and inspire the confidence of colleagues, pupils and parents in pursuing them. The ability to work cooperatively alongside the Department of Liturgy and Music at the Cathedral, and to be mindful of the demands made on the Choristers, is a prerequisite.

The role requires a first-rate work ethic, outstanding people skills, exceptional administrative and organisational skills, the ability to inspire, to lead and to insist on high standards, an appreciation of the need to work with flexibility and empathy, a can-do attitude and a sense of humour.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a major role in shaping the future direction of music and music - making at the School. The Director of Music will enjoy an appropriate level of autonomy and will be supported by a dynamic and ambitious Senior Leadership Team, whose vision is for Exeter Cathedral School to be the school of choice for families in the South West, and for the School to be recognised as a beacon of musical excellence.

For further details and an application pack please contact the School’s Bursar and Head of HR Mrs Sharon Groves: s.groves@exetercs.org

The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 21st February 2017.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates are likely to take place during the week beginning 27th February 2017.

Please see the ‘information for candidates’ pack for further details.

Exeter Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post,including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Exeter Cathedral School - The Chantry - Palace Gate - Exeter - EX1 1HX
Telephone: 01392 255298 - Website: www.exetercs.org
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