Music Teacher

Music Teacher – Full or Part Time, Permanent

Required:  September 2023

The Blandford School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated Music Teacher to join our thriving and supportive school. The successful applicant will be joining a thriving Performing and Creative Arts Faculty who provide a wide range of opportunities to students both within the curriculum and outside. Music is currently studied by all students in Years 7 to 9 and offered as an option at GCSE, there is the potential for growth into our Post 16 provision in the future. Due to being over subscribed there is the potential for a full or part time options.

WHY CHOOSE US

The Blandford School is a successful and oversubscribed 11-18 comprehensive school with high aspirations for our students, situated in the beautiful county of Dorset, 30 minutes from the beaches of Poole and Bournemouth and 40 minutes from the New Forest National Park. With outstanding modern facilities, and inspirational and dedicated staff, our students achieve above the national average and progress to a wide range of destinations.

The school has an excellent CPD programme based on the latest research evidence to ensure that all teachers, no matter their level of experience are able to develop and improve. We are focussed on ensuring staff well-being and pride ourselves on a supportive team approach.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop through mentorship and coaching.
• A successful ECT support programme.
• Onsite parking.
• Onsite canteen which is open to staff all day
• An opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.
• A range of opportunities outside of work to socialise with colleagues including a staff gym.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
• A Music related degree
• This post is suitable for both experienced candidates and those new to the profession.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• The ability to teach Music to Key Stage 3 and/or 4
• A passion for Music and a commitment to embedding a lifelong love of learning to our students
• A high expectation for students of all abilities
• Forward thinking disposition, creative, receptive to change and able to work within and contribute to the continual development of the team.
• A detailed knowledge of the curriculum and its means of delivery.
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We welcome candidates contacting / visiting the school prior to an application, please contact Duncan Smith (Deputy Headteacher) DSmith@blandfordschool.org.uk for further information or to arrange a visit.

Closing Date: 5th June (The school reserves the right to interview candidates prior to the closing date if appropriate)