Director of Music
Sydenham High School GDST
Sydenham
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary plus benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 14 March 2018
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional and inspirational candidate to lead the Music department at Sydenham High School from September 2018.
We are seeking to appoint an accomplished musician with energy and vision to lead our Music Department through to the next stage of its development. A proven track-record in leadership is preferable, but not essential, and the ideal candidate must be driven by a firm ambition to ensure that Music is central to the life of the School. The Director of Music will be responsible for the strategic direction of the department, both academically and from a co-curricular perspective and the successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Music, providing and facilitating opportunities for girls to participate in the musical life of the school, as well as developing elite musicians.
Our pupils enjoy success across a diverse range of instruments, groups and ensembles. The department has its own purpose built accommodation and is endowed with an impressive Recital Hall. As Director of Music, the right candidate will play a pivotal role in continuing to build the reputation and profile of Music at Sydenham High School, to help ensure that it continues to be a first choice for parents and girls in the area.
Established in 1887, Sydenham High is an independent day school for girls aged 4-18 with just under 600 pupils. Situated in the leafy suburbs of South-East London and with excellent transport links, the community at Sydenham High School benefits from excellent facilities and is a warm, happy and welcoming place to work. This is an exciting time to join the school with a new Headmistress in post driving positive change and renewed momentum.
The school is part of the Girls’ day School Trust, the leading and largest group of independent girls’ schools in the UK. The GDST is at the forefront of education for girls and has a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme. These benefits include:
• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• Free school lunches
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
For full details and an application pack please click the apply button.
Alternatively, please contact hr@syd.gdst.net or the School Office on 0208 557 7000.
Applications should be received by 12 noon, Wednesday 14 March 2018, with first and second round interviews scheduled to take place week commencing Monday 19 March 2018.
References for candidates invited to interview will be taken before interview.
GDST are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening will apply to this post.
About Sydenham High School GDST
Sydenham High School is a mainstream, independent, all-through girls' school with sixth form, situated in Lewisham, south-east London. The school caters for over 750 students aged 4-18.
Sydenham High School was founded in 1887 by the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the leading group of independent girls’ schools in the UK. The Senior and Prep Schools have their own grounds located minutes apart and an 8 acre sportsground, used by all pupils, is a 20-minute drive from the school.
Head
Antonia Geldeard
Mission, vision and values
Our purpose
We aim to inspire the future generations of creators, independent thinkers and trailblazers. We open eyes and hearts by educating the whole person: to balance mind, body and soul. Our diversity of academic and enrichment opportunities enables every girl to forge her own path, strive to be her best and excel. We seek to empower every girl to discover and nurture her unique talents whether in the classroom, the laboratory, the library, the studio, the field, the water, the community or beyond.
We believe that educating the whole person leads to happy, confident and courageous children who flourish and make a positive difference to their community.
Our values
Courage and character: With our school motto at the fore, (‘Nyle ye drede’, ‘Fear nothing’), we aim to foster in every girl the strength of character and courage to discover and pursue her own path.
Curiosity for learning: We seek to empower every girl to learn without limits, cultivating an intellectual and creative mindset through an inspiring and joyful approach to education.
Culture of kindness: We focus on developing a happy and respectful community with strong relationships, prioritising every child’s wellbeing and celebrating diversity.
Generosity of spirit: We aspire to be outward looking, giving back, taking on leadership and having a positive impact.
The school motto, Nyle ye Drede, (‘Fear Nothing’), lies at the heart of all Sydenham High does. A Sydenham High education is centred upon the pupil, where academic excellence and pastoral excellence go hand in hand. The school actively encourages pupils to step outside their comfort zones, developing both independence of mind and the courage to take risks. This mentality is fostered throughout the school, allowing every pupil to develop academic enthusiasm, an enquiring mind and the ability and awareness to stand up for what is right.
Sydenham High School emphasises the importance of a broad curriculum complemented by a bespoke co-curricular offering. The school delivers an education that goes beyond the classroom, through a range of additional academic programmes, lunchtime societies, local and international trips and in-school events. These allow pupils to make connections between topics and apply their learning to real life. .
ISI report
“Pupils make rapid progress and achieve excellent results. Pupils develop high levels of self-confidence and the inner strength needed to succeed, as a result of an understanding not to fear failure. Their sense of responsibility to themselves, their school and the wider community is highly developed.”
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