Director of Music

Charnwood College is looking to appoint an outstanding music teacher to become the school's Director of Music. Working for one of the UK's leading multi-academy trusts for music, the post offers the opportunity to develop a vibrant music programme across the school, local community and music hub.

If you are an ambitious and inspirational musician and musical leader and want to be part of the journey as move forward from our recent good Ofsted 50196147 (ofsted.gov.uk), then we want to hear from you.

About the Role

To act as the school’s Curriculum Leader for Music and to be responsible for leading, managing, supporting and monitoring the work of students and teachers in the music department.

To develop a vibrant, aspirational and inclusive programme of co-curricular music and enrichment opportunities which engages large numbers of students and parents/carers.

As a performing musician, to lead by example through setting the highest standards for Charnwood College’s musical ensembles.

To support the development of music across Leicestershire Music Hub and the Trust’s secondary academies through sharing good practice and building productive relationships with academy music teachers and practitioners.

Full time teaching hours - Permanent contract 

About You

You will be a skilled professional with a clear vision for curriculum implementation and the development of a purposeful and vibrant co-curricular musical programme. You will be an excellent manager with good interpersonal, organisational and time management skills, inspiring and motivating our students and staff to achieve their potential.

As a musician, you will be a proficient instrumentalist and singer, with Grade 8 or equivalent on your first instrument/voice, functional keyboard skills, and experience of conducting instrumental and choral ensembles at a high level. We will encourage you to maintain and develop your musical life outside school, knowing that our students will be benefitting from your wider musical experience.

It’s your chance to take a key role in an exciting success story, and to develop your skillset in a stimulating and stretching context. If you’re looking for a leadership position in a school with enormous potential and plenty of drive, don’t miss this exceptional opportunity.

Salary and Benefits

L5-9 £48,895-£53,973 FTE per annum (based on experience) 

Access to Teachers' pension scheme

CPD including Leader and Knowledge Development Courses 

Enhanced NQT/RQT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

About Charnwood College

We are looking for teachers who are dedicated not only to great teaching, but to becoming part of a small, caring, friendly and vibrant school community.

We are passionate in providing our young people with rich opportunities to ensure they become their academic best, are ambitious, aspirational, courageous and respectful in their daily lives.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country. Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

About Music at The David Ross Education Trust

We believe that an academy that embraces music is not just an academy with a good music department, it is one where the underlying principles of high-quality music-making; of listening, adapting, exploring, persevering, problem-solving, thinking laterally and performing without fear, are seen in every student and every teacher.

We aim for our students to experience music in school as a normal, everyday activity, making music through singing, performing and composing, listening to music with increasing understanding, and participating in performances as performers and as audience members. We want our students to have the opportunity to progress their musical interests and talents, including professionally.

Our goals are:

1. All students experience excellent music teaching in the classroom, with its focus on developing musical understanding – how music works and how it conveys meaning.
2. Students have the opportunity to learn an instrument, with 1:1 / group lessons taking place during the school day, and to practise individually and rehearse in instrumental and vocal groups before school, during lunchtime and after school.
3. Students participate in a series of musical events running through the year – assemblies, house music competitions, student concerts, school shows, workshops, residencies, arts weeks, trips to professional concerts – in which they experience music as a vital element in public culture.

More details about our Music programme can be found at David Ross Education Trust - Music (dret.co.uk) and at www.twitter.com/DRETMusic.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore we may have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.