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Director of Music

Job Posted: 13 days ago

  • Salary: £ 31,650 - 49,084 / Annum

    Job Type: Permanent

  • Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire

Expire in: 15 days

Job Description

Director of Music – Independent Senior School – Near Gloucester – September 2025 Full-Time, Permanent Leadership Position KS3–KS5 Curriculum + Co-Curricular Leadership Highly Regarded Music Department with National Recognition An esteemed independent day and boarding school located just outside Gloucester seeks a Director of Music to join from September 2025. This is a senior leadership teaching position within the Creative Arts Faculty, ideal for an experienced Music Teacher or current HoD looking to lead a flourishing and well-funded department. The school has a rich musical tradition including choirs, orchestras, chamber music, and an ambitious annual performance schedule, from cathedral concerts to international tours. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee curriculum delivery for Music across Years 7 to 13 * Conduct and lead ensembles, choirs, and orchestras * Organise major school performances, music festivals, and tours * Line manage visiting music staff and co-curricular programmes * Promote music scholarships and outreach Candidate Requirements: * Music degree with QTS or equivalent * Substantial experience in teaching and leading KS4/KS5 Music * Experience in choral conducting or instrumental direction * Enthusiasm for both classical and contemporary repertoire * Excellent administrative, organisational, and interpersonal skills School Info: * Beautiful rural campus with purpose-built music centre * Full schedule of concerts, trips, and competitions * Significant resources and support for ambitious music educators Salary: Independent pay scale + accommodation may be available + full leadership benefits package

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