Head of Music

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic teacher of music who loves working with young people and who has the vision to lead music within our happy, friendly and forward-thinking trust that is fully committed to striving for the best in all our learners. 

At Wootton Academy Trust, the Arts are valued extremely highly and we are committed to ensuring that Music remains an integral and essential part of our school curriculum.  We aim to engage and inspire all students to develop a love of music and nurture their talent as musicians, thus increasing their self-confidence, creativity and sense of achievement. 

The successful candidate will be leading a team of instrumental/vocal teachers and therefore previous experience of heading up a department would be essential.

We welcome visits to Wootton Upper School and look forward to meeting you on interview and giving you the opportunity to meet the outstanding Creative Arts team.

Closing Date: 09.00 Wednesday, February 26th 2020. 

Interviews and lesson observations for shortlisted candidates will take place week commencing Monday 2nd March 2020.

An Application Form and recruitment information can be downloaded from our website www.woottonupper.co.uk or requested by email from recruitment@wootton.beds.sch.uk. 

Please return the completed Application Form either by email to recruitment@wootton.beds.sch.uk or by post to the HR Department, Wootton Academy Trust, Hall End Road, Wootton, Bedfordshire, MK43 9HT.

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.