Teacher of Music (Full or Part Time)

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 recognition of creativity and talent. A character-selective school, we pride ourselves on the support and care we extend to our 600 pupils whilst striving to add value to their success in all fields of academia, sport, and creativity. Having successfully grown over its ten years since foundation and recently awarded the ISI “Excellent” grading, the Music Department is expanding its provision to offer both A Level and BTEC Level 3 teaching from September 2023.

Facilities

The buildings are equipped with modern facilities including performance spaces, rehearsal rooms, a dedicated Music IT suite running Sibelius and Cubase, Art and Design studios, flexible teaching suites, and meeting rooms.

Curriculum

Our curriculum starts with a two-year Key Stage 3 in which Music is taught to mixed ability classes in Years 7 and 8 for 90 minutes every week. Music lessons in Year 7 involve the school’s USP of giving every child tuition in playing orchestral instruments; the project is delivered by specialist instrumental teachers alongside the classroom teacher. Music is a popular option at GCSE and is taught across three years. The post-16 curriculum provision advises students to take appropriate combinations of A Level and BTEC subjects, plus an EPQ. The school’s aim is to provide a rich and broad education to all students whatever their specialism. Whilst we aim to achieve the highest academic results for each student, we do not serve as an examination “factory”.

Co-Curricular

The Music Department is central to the school’s co-curricular provision, with a wide range of performance opportunities for the Senior Choir, Junior Choir, Chamber Choirs, String Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Woodwind Ensemble, Senior Soul Band, and several junior Rock Bands, in addition to annual Musical Theatre productions.

All staff are expected to have a clear understanding of the aims, objectives, and ethos of the school, and an awareness of its role in the community. It is essential that the academic and pastoral frameworks in the school are seen as inter-related.

The successful candidate will:

•  Promote a love of music-making for every pupil by delivering engaging and stimulating lessons which set appropriate learning expectations and targets for improvement.
• Have the capacity to raise attainment through motivating, challenging, and inspiring our pupils.
• Have an eclectic knowledge and understanding of music theory and practice, particularly in modern popular styles associated with the BTEC Music Performance course.
• Be able to develop curriculum materials to support pupils’ learning at KS3, GCSE, A Level and / or BTEC Music.
• Have experience and demonstrable understanding of the use of music technology to enhance teaching, learning, and attainment in Music.
• Help foster a culture of high expectations of practical skill and ensemble engagement within the department.
• Have drive, enthusiasm, warmth, and humour.
• Have willingness to work as a team and to collaborate with colleagues.
• Engage in rehearsals and performances throughout the year.
• Have competent piano skills (desirable but not essential)

This job description are non-exhaustive.

Candidates should demonstrate how they meet these selection criteria in their application form, supporting statement, and interview, including supporting tasks.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the 'Apply' button.

Please note that immediate applications are encouraged 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.