Music Assistant (Administration & Technician)
Kew House School
Chiswick/London
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 27 May 2022
Job overview
Part-time position, three days per week, term time only
Kew House School was established in the conviction that there exists an opportunity for a different kind of independent secondary school in London – academically demanding but with a forward-thinking approach to selection criteria, the flexibility of the curriculum, the shape of the school day, and the recognition of creativity and talent. It is an extraordinary school, and we pride ourselves on the support and care we extend to our 600 pupils.
Kew House School is seeking to appoint a confident and enthusiastic individual to join our Music Department. Experience of working in schools would be advantageous but this is not essential. Applications are welcomed from both recent music graduates who are beginning their career pathway, or from experienced music technicians/administrators for whom a degree is not necessarily a pre-requisite.
The Music Assistant will help in all areas of the day-to-day running of the music department and will report to the Director of Music. You will be encouraged to take a full and active role in the curricular and extra-curricular activities of the department.
The successful candidate needs to be able to multi-task and will have excellent organisational skills. Confident IT skills using Microsoft Office applications are a must, as is the ability to understand printed music notation. It would be advantageous to have knowledge of Sibelius music software, DAW software and live music mixing/amplification, although full training will be given in these areas if necessary.
The music department is currently comprised of the Director of Music, two full-time class music teachers and 18 visiting instrumental teachers. The department enjoys a large teaching room, an Apple Mac suite, four practice rooms and a large performance space with a digital desk. The music department runs choirs, a jazz ensemble, rock/soul bands, classical ensembles - string, flute and brass, and a classical guitar ensemble.
The role is part time (three days per week, term time only) and will include administrative, practical and technical work within the department. A flexible approach to working hours is required to accommodate evening performance events in lieu of daytime sessions.
For further information about the role and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.
Closing date: 27th May 2022
Immediate applications are welcome and will be considered on receipt.
All appointments are made in accordance with our equal opportunities policy and applicants should let us know of any special needs they may have.
Kew House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and questions will be asked at interview to assess the suitability of the candidate to work with our children. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record (DBS) check.
About Kew House School
Kew House School is a co-educational independent senior school for students aged 11-18 years in West London, near to Kew and Chiswick. The school opened its doors for the first time in September 2013 with 63 students and now has over 550 on roll. It is the sister school to Maida Vale School, Ravenscourt Park and Kew Green Preparatory Schools and is owned by The Gardener Schools Group Ltd, a family company founded by Maria and Edward Gardener.
Kew House School takes a modern and pioneering approach to every aspect of school life. The key characteristics upon which the school was founded are:
Ethos and aims
Individualised attention both pastorally and educationally for all students. KHS benefits from having a smaller student roll than many independent senior schools and provides the flexibility needed to enable students to fulfill their potential.
Selection criteria
We seek inquisitive, intelligent students displaying a recognisable talent. Although we use entrance testing, greater emphasis is placed on interview, and feeder school reports. We select each year group as a whole cohort seeking a balanced mix of aptitudes and personal attributes.
Ethos
We recognise and enhance the individual abilities of each child, welcome students with varying academic profiles and place emphasis on confidence, self-esteem and creativity. We believe this approach will produce excellent academic results. We operate a true “open door” policy welcoming parents and members of the wider community. The school has developed the feeling of a family and social hub giving emotional support and security to all students and employees, achievable due to its size.
The curriculum
We pursue excellence in all areas whether examinable or not. Our aim is to provide a rich and broad education to all students whatever their specialism. While we aim to achieve the highest academic results for each pupil we do not serve as an examination “factory”. Our “Individuals in Society” (IS) course focuses on personal development, emotionally, practically, and intellectually, throughout each student’s life at the school via regular, time-tabled sessions and extensions of the school day.
Community involvement
The school is outward looking taking full advantage of the wide variety of cultural, scientific and business organisations in London as a resource for academic and non-academic learning as well as fostering opportunities for service to the local community. Visitors regularly hold seminars and workshops at the school.
Modern and Pioneering Approach
The school takes a fresh approach to all areas of school life and will not be bound by current conventions and practice. Whilst retaining the core traditional values in place at our preparatory schools, we have made bold decisions about curriculum, timetabling, the length and shape of the school day and term, aligning the school with the lives of students and parents. The school operates as an educational and social centre for students in the evenings, at weekends and during school holidays when core, extension or one-off learning courses will operate and social events take place.
Creativity and excellence
The school exists to foster individual and group creativity in all areas and to allow talent to bloom. We encourage individuality of thought and self-motivation in all areas of study and exploration.
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