This is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking Head of Music who is passionate about their subject to inspire and nurture the musical talents of our students.

 

The core purposes are:

Having responsibility for standards of achievement and academic welfare of students Providing a lead on the development of resource materials appropriate for the needs of the students studying Music. Establishing Music as an option subject in the Key Stage 5 curriculum each year and raising awareness of the course content and demands to students in Year 11 Providing support, direction and line management to the staff in the department Co-ordinating with the Faculty Head to ensure that the needs and abilities of all students are met. To provide advice and direction to the school’s Leadership Team in all matters relating to the Music curriculum To engage in regular meetings with the Faculty Head on matters relating to curricular development, course provision and assessment To actively engage in the development and sharing of teaching and learning pedagogy on a whole school basis through the activities of the Teaching and Learning Group Producing external examination entry lists, coursework marks and samples Developing and managing the assessment, target-setting and monitoring arrangements that are required by all departments. Managing the resource allowance for Music in order to optimise its use. Working with other subject leaders to ensure that standards, ideas sharing and assessment methods are of a consistently high standard. Developing opportunities for the extra-curricular enrichment of Music teaching through lunch–time activities, visits and partnerships with other schools, industry and Universities

Application forms and applicant information for the above post are available online at https://www.wirralgrammarboys.com/vacancies/ and also from the school office.  Please return completed application forms with a supporting letter to Anna Groves at recruitment@wirralgrammarboys.com

Closing Date: Wednesday 5th March 2025 at midday.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.