Head of Music (Prep School)

Framlingham College is a co-educational boarding and day school which comprises the Prep School, in the beautiful surroundings of Brandeston Hall, and the Senior School which is set in stunning surroundings in the market town of Framlingham. Curiosity and inquiry are at the heart of a vibrant learning culture and at Framlingham College we believe that every child should experience the joy that is to be found in learning. A Framlingham College education aims to nurture essential skills and habits – adaptability, teamwork and good decision-making for example – by weaving them into the curriculum.

We are seeking to appoint an engaging and dynamic teacher to lead our successful prep school Music Department from September 2022. Reporting to the Director of Music who has whole school oversight of the Music provisions, the successful candidate will coordinate and lead the Prep School Music department. The postholder will be a role model for staff, ensuring professional development of colleagues, collaborating with fellow Heads of Department to inspire a love and curiosity for Music in all pupils.

Job Purpose 

The Head of Music will be responsible for the teaching and management of the department. 

To lead and inspire the teaching and management of the department across the Prep School. To be a role model for staff, ensuring professional development of colleagues, collaborating with fellow Heads of Department in fulfilling the Vision 2025. To inspire a love and curiosity for Music in all pupils through dynamic and forward thinking teaching. To embrace and participate in the many and varied aspects of life in a busy full boarding school.

Key Responsibilities

This is not an exhaustive list and the post holder will be expected to show flexibility and assist with other tasks of a similar nature. This job description will be reviewed annually and may be subject to amendment or modification at any time after consultation with the post holder.

• To provide professional leadership and management to secure high-quality teaching and learning in Music.

• Heads of Department are responsible to the Head & Deputy Head (Academic).

• To liaise closely with the Director of Music, Deputy Head (Academic), Deputy Head (Co-Curricular) and Head over any problems or issues affecting the Department.

• To promote teamwork and motivate staff within the department to ensure effective working relationships.

For the full job description, please download the recruitment pack.

A willingness to make a full contribution to life in this busy boarding school is essential.  In return, we offer extensive ongoing CPD opportunities and a highly- supportive working environment. For the right candidate there may be the opportunity of accommodation during the first year of employment. 

We welcome all applications especially from independent thinkers, creative minds and inspirational teachers and very much look forward to receiving your application.

Click 'Quick Apply' and once fully completed please submit your application, ensuring a covering letter is included the Supporting Statement section.

Closing date: Midday Monday 31st January

 Interviews: Monday 7th & Tuesday 8th February

Framlingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.