Head of Music

CAPTION: Job details

Posting date: 28 April 2026

Hours: Full time

Closing date: 01 May 2026

Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9SA

Company: Teaching Vacancies

Job type: Permanent

Job reference: 8c050438-fd66-4fda-a9ee-4f32e3ad5faf

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate should have experience of delivering Music up to A level. At Key Stage 3 we have developed a broad and balanced curriculum which not only prepares students for the demands of GCSE but develops interest and appreciation for music, both as a listener and active participator. Currently, our students in Key Stage 4 study OCR GCSE Music. We have a range of thriving enrichments available for students within the Music Department and offer co-curricular instrumental and vocal lessons to many students. We believe strongly in improving access to music for all.

What the school offers its staff

2 hours of personalised professional learning each week

A coaching culture

Shared resources, schemes of learning and curriculum plans

A 'life-friendly' approach to teaching

Commitment to safeguarding

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced disclosure and barring service check is a requirement of this post. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy is available to view on our website.

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The successful candidate should have experience of delivering Music up to A level. At Key Stage 3 we have developed a broad and balanced curriculum which not only prepares students for the demands of GCSE but develops interest and appreciation for music, both as a listener and active participator. Currently, our students in Key Stage 4 study OCR GCSE Music. We have a range of thriving enrichments available for students within the Music Department and offer co-curricular instrumental and vocal lessons to many students. We believe strongly in improving access to music for all.

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