Head of Music - Secondary School in Oxford - April Start
An outstanding secondary school in Oxford is seeking an inspiring Head of Music to lead its successful Performing Arts department from April.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Music teacher to take on a leadership role within a school known for its academic excellence, strong extracurricular culture, and supportive leadership.
About the role
The successful candidate will lead the Music department while delivering high-quality lessons and developing a vibrant musical culture across the school.
The role will involve:
Leading and developing the Music department
Teaching Music across KS3 and KS4
Planning and delivering an engaging Music curriculum including performance, composition, and theory
Organising concerts, performances, and school productions
Supporting extracurricular music opportunities such as choirs and ensembles
Monitoring student progress and maintaining strong academic outcomes
The school
This outstanding secondary school in Oxford is widely recognised for its excellent results, strong leadership, and positive learning culture.
Students are motivated and actively participate in both academic and extracurricular activities.
The Performing Arts department is well supported and plays an important role in the school community.
Staff benefit from supportive leadership, excellent facilities, and clear professional development opportunities.
The ideal candidate
Qualified Teacher with QTS or equivalent
Strong subject knowledge in Music
Experience teaching Music across KS3 and KS4
Leadership experience or readiness to lead a department
A proactive and collaborative approach to teaching and leadership
Interested?
Please forward your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this Head of Music position starting in April.
Vacancy posted 14 hours ago
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