Teacher of Music
Ocklynge Junior School
East Sussex
- £25,714 - £41,604 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- TMS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1/9/21
- Apply by:
- 21 April 2021
Job overview
We are looking to appoint a strong and engaging teacher who is committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning across Key Stage 2 that supports pupils to achieve their full potential. Our ideal applicant will exude a passion for Music which is evident in their day-to-day practice.
You will need to be organised, innovative and proactive to draw on the pupils’ interests to ensure progress is made. You should be creative in your lesson delivery, as you will be teaching a range of different ability levels and you should be prepared to commit to extra-curricular activities, as the school has a passion for music.
This is a great opportunity to join a successful Music department. All pupils at Ocklynge have Music lessons as a regular part of their curriculum. There are many opportunities for practical music-making during lesson time, using percussion instruments, keyboards, ukuleles and other whole class sets of instruments.
We enjoy the luxury of a fully equipped classroom with keyboards, glockenspiels, xylophones and ukuleles. Extra-curricular music activities form a key part of life at Ocklynge. There are a variety of activities available throughout the year as in school and after school activities, such as Harmony Choir, Combined Choir, Recorders, Marimba Magic, and Orchestra. We welcome several peripatetic music teachers from the music service who teach Violin, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, Brass and Keyboard. We also have a private drumming teacher who teaches weekly.
There are several concerts each year involving a large number of pupils and the music department supports the year group performances that take place at the end of every long term. Other concerts include the annual Christmas Concert and the leavers’ assembly. We are very keen to develop the singing across the school and incorporate it into every assembly whenever possible as well as the instrumental teaching and orchestra. Another key focus for music development is to engage more fully with the local community much more regularly.
If you require any further information about this role please do not hesitate to contact office@ocklynge.co.uk or 01323 725839.
Attached documents
About Ocklynge Junior School
Executive Headteacher
Paul Murphy
Headteacher
Paul Reilly
History and Values
Established in September 1972 through the merger of St Mary's Boys School and Ocklynge Girls School, Ocklynge Junior School caters to children aged 7 to 11 and is presently home to an enrolment of approximately 840 pupils. Operating as an integral part of the South Downs Learning Trust, the school has seen multiple expansions and improvements in its infrastructure over the years. From a sizeable multi-purpose hall with a stage to a dedicated theatre for creative arts like drama and dance, a music room, practical spaces for art and craft, and a refurbished library, the facilities cater to various needs. Furthermore, the school boasts a swimming pool, a floodlit multi-use games area, a fully equipped computer room, and a versatile 'pavilion' housing additional classrooms, spaces for extracurricular activities, individual music lessons, and sports changing facilities.
Mission and Objectives
At Ocklynge Junior School, the mission is to foster the holistic development of children, aiming for the following key objectives:
- Realising each child's maximum potential.
- Cultivating inquisitive minds and the ability to focus on tasks.
- Developing self-reliance, confidence, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Celebrating every child's achievements and contributions.
- Instilling values of respect for religious and moral beliefs, as well as tolerance for diversity in races, religions, and ways of life.
- Teaching values of courtesy, good manners, and consideration for others.
School Organisation
The school operates with six mixed-ability classes in each year group, with 35 pupils in every class. These classes are meticulously assembled when children join in Year 3 from feeder infant schools. Each class is led by a teacher, supported by a trained assistant offering extra guidance to individuals or small groups. Additionally, each year group has a senior teacher functioning as Head of Year or phase, coordinating the activities of the entire year group.
Location
Situated in the picturesque Eastbourne, framed by the South Downs and breathtaking countryside, Ocklynge Junior School enjoys a beautiful setting. The location boasts excellent transport connections, with easy access to the M25/M23 motorway link and efficient train services making it reachable from London, Brighton, and Hastings within convenient travel times.
Safeguarding Notice
The South Downs Learning Trust and all our academies take notice of and adhere to all the national and local policies and guidance in regard to Safeguarding Children and Young People. We are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
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