Expire in: 22 days
Location: Bicester
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (Head of Department)
An inclusive and ambitious secondary school in Bicester is seeking a Head of Music to lead its thriving Music department. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and talented music specialist to build on existing success and bring fresh vision to an arts-focused school community.
Why This Role Stands Out:
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A dedicated Music suite with recording equipment and rehearsal spaces
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Strong uptake at GCSE and support for extracurricular music-making
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Collegial Performing Arts team and a well-established concert calendar
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A forward-thinking SLT that champions the arts in education
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Opportunity to shape KS3–KS4 curriculum and build KS5 provision
Your Leadership Responsibilities:
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Providing strategic and day-to-day leadership of the Music department
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Overseeing curriculum planning, assessment and student progress
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Supporting whole-school events, productions and concerts
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Leading a team of peripatetic teachers and music instructors
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Building links with the local music community and feeder primaries
The Successful Candidate Will Be:
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A qualified teacher of Music with experience of leading or developing curriculum
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Passionate about music performance, composition and appreciation
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Committed to inclusion, participation, and raising standards
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Able to lead by example and foster a strong departmental identity
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Clear in communication and driven in ambition for the arts
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Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
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