Teacher of Music (whole school)

Please note this position is available only for FEMALE candidates. NQT are accepted.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and highly motivated, qualified, female Music Teacher from August 2023. Following Sherborne Qatar School for Girls' continued expansion we now need additional Music specialists. 

The Secondary section of the school opened in September 2021 (for Years 7 to 10) and Music is taught up to Year 9. There is one other teacher currently teaching in the department and she acts as the Head of Music and Performing Arts for the school. This year we have our first cohort of Year 11 pupils sitting their i/GCSE qualifications but Music is not yet offered as an i/GCSE option. We are in the process of designing and building our curriculum so that it matches the aim, mission and vision for the school.    

This is a fantastic opportunity for teachers to gain experience in one of the premier independent British Curriculum schools in the Middle East. The school should reach full capacity over the next two years with approximately 1,000 pupils on roll from Pre School to Year 13.  

Successful applicants must have:

• A certified teaching qualification, such as B.Ed, PGCE, or equivalent (the PGCE must be accompanied by a subject relevant Bachelor’s Degree).
• Exceptional subject knowledge, with extensive experience of teaching the British National Curriculum.
• Experience of teaching small group or individual guitar/ piano/ or violin lessons.
• A desire to help build a thriving music curriculum and a passion for Music in a well-equipped age 3-18 girls’ school.
• A proven track record of providing outstanding teaching and learning.
• A willingness to take part in extra-curricular activities after school.
• A willingness to teach Music to pupils from age 4 to age 14.
• A willingness to help organise and be involved in whole school celebrations involving, Music and Performing Arts.
• An energy, enthusiasm and passion for Music and Performing Arts.

Desirable qualities:

• Experience of teaching Music to both primary and secondary pupils.
• Experience of ABRSM.
• Experience of teaching pupils with English as an Additional Language or English as a Second Language.
• Experience of integrating technology into teaching.
• Previous international teaching experience.

As a teacher at Sherborne Qatar you will: 

• Promote our mission and values.
• Have the ability to generate amongst the pupils, an excitement about learning.
• Have a sense of humour and be a team player.
• Be resilient, flexible and open minded   
• Be committed to helping us grow and develop a productive, effective, happy school.            
• Be happy to take part in and contribute to an all-through school with pupils aged 3 to 18.            
• Be emotionally intelligent.

In return we can offer you:

• The opportunity to teach a range of interesting and hardworking pupils.
• An excellent working environment in a brand new, state-of-the-art school
• The opportunity to get involved in an extensive enrichment programme.
• An attractive tax-free salary, with additional benefits.
• A good work / life balance.
• Strong links to Sherborne Dorset, one of the oldest and most distinguished independent schools.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff must share this commitment. The post is subject to enhanced DBS checks. 

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please complete the TES online application form (Quick Apply) and upload a covering letter of application (no more than two A4 sheets) addressed to the Headmistress, Mrs Jane Goldsack explaining why you wish to apply for the post and what skills and qualities you can bring. Please ensure you read the Candidate Brief in full.

Completed applications should be submitted no later than Tuesday 31st January 2023.

Interviews will take place up to and immediately following Tuesday 31st January 2023 and we reserve the right to make an early appointment. Candidates are encouraged to apply early to secure their role.

Please note that we only accept applications via TES and do not accept CVs.

Successful applicants will be required to travel to Qatar in mid-August 2023 for induction training.

For further information regarding Sherborne Qatar Schools for Girls, please click on “Learn more about this school” below and visit www.sherborneqatar.org.