Head of Music

At John Betts we believe that music is a fundamental part of the curriculum. We recognise the importance of music in everyone’s life, it is an incredibly valuable subject, it is also an irreplaceable bonding agent for the whole school community. We are seeking someone with a passion for teaching music, inspiring children and providing them with experiences that will stay with them past their school career. If you are as excited and passionate about music as we are, we would love you to come and join our team.

The key purpose of the job is to deliver an outstanding music experience to the John Betts pupils from Reception to Year 6. The key aspects of the role include:

¨ To be an outstanding teaching practitioner

¨ To deliver the primary music curriculum

¨ To organise both day-to-day music delivery and coordinate special events, concerts and trips

¨ To run the School Choir

¨ To work under the direction of the Headteacher, Assistant Head and Leadership to ensure the effective provision of teaching and learning of music

¨ To identify and organise music enrichment opportunities, developing links with local secondary schools and community organisations to enhance the music provision

¨ To plan and budget for the music provision

¨ To deliver measurable improved outcomes in music