Head of Strings

Enfield Music Service - Head of Strings (0.6fte) - 18 months fixed term (possibility of permanent contract at a later date).

For April 2017, or September 2017, the Enfield Music Service (EMS) is seeking an inspirational musician and educationalist to lead the teaching and learning of string instruments across the London Borough of Enfield.

About us

The Enfield Music Service (EMS) is the lead organisation for Enfield’s Music Education Hub. It is a specialist service comprising a team of dedicated, experienced and qualified staff and delivers high quality music-making opportunities for children and young people, both in and out of school hours.

About the post

The post is part of the EMS management team, with line management responsibility for a team of string tutors, a substantial teaching commitment and collaborative working with a wide range of stakeholders. The post also includes maintaining and developing string teaching across Enfield and contributing to the delivery of ensemble activities.

About the post-holder

The post-holder will be an outstanding, committed and inspirational teacher and musician who has the ability to improve the musical outcomes of Enfield young musicians. He/she will have an impressive track record of successful string teaching, ideally in all phases, and will be able to demonstrate a high level of playing on a string instrument. The post-holder will possess the ability to effectively communicate and interact with a wide range of people, quickly establishing professional credibility.

About the benefits

An 18 months fixed term contract in the first instance, with the possibility of a permanent contract at a later date.

Ongoing continuing professional development is included.

How to apply

Please click the links:
Application form 
Job Description and Person Specification

Please send your completed application form to nick.skinner@enfieldmusicservice.org or by post to:

Nick Skinner, Head of Enfield Music Service, Unit 10 & 11, Centre Way, Claverings Industrial Estate, Edmonton, London, N9 0AP.

Closing date for applications: Friday 24th February 2017
Interview date: Monday 6th March 2017

Enfield Council is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will always be sent for and previous employers may be contacted.