Great Yarmouth Charter Academy
Head of Music Department with Teacher of Music Duties
Salary: MPS/UPS & TLR of £3,030
Full time, permanent
Starting September 2021
Great Yarmouth Charter Academy is a school on the verge of great things. We are looking for an engaging and flexible Head of Music Department, with a teacher of music responsibilities to help our pupils achieve even more.
The successful candidate will be able to deliver high-quality classroom teaching and have a clear passion for the subject of music that will ensure that they develop music both in the classroom and as an extracurricular activity.
Our teacher of music will be a strong piano player who is able to lead singing from the keyboard. They will have experience of using keyboards effectively in the classroom and would ideally be familiar with Whole Class Instrumental Teaching (WCIT) techniques, however training can be provided in this area. In addition they will be a strong theoretical musician, who displays skill in relating that to practical music making within the classroom and rehearsal room. The academy is the custodian of a pipe organ which sits in one of the main performance halls (which is a rare asset in a state school). Experience as an organist would be an advantage.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate; one that provides the chance to build on the work that has already been started in the school and develop a culture of music and musical appreciation across the academy.
With the introduction of music aptitude places for entry into the academy in September 2022 we hope to promote music as a flagship subject within three years. There are opportunities to work collaboratively across our feeder schools and other schools within Inspiration Trust.
Great Yarmouth Charter is built on a foundation of mutual respect, strong pupil-teacher relationships and high expectations for all. At Charter, we believe in teaching from the front and making every second count. Proudly didactic in our teaching, we value subject expertise and strong classroom presence. Great Yarmouth Charter Academy prides itself on the excellent behaviour of its pupils and a school culture which exudes both warmth and positivity.
We believe in work/life balance for all staff. This is reflected in our approach to assessment and feedback. The successful applicant will be a consummate classroom performer with a genuine willingness to learn, adapt and develop.
As part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked the top comprehensive schools group for pupil progress to GCSE, we offer high-quality, personalised professional development in addition to excellent career development opportunities. You will have support from the trust’s full-time Director of Music, and the opportunities to help your career flourish, in a supportive and stimulating environment.
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We would encourage interested parties to get in touch with the school for an informal telephone conversation prior to application - please email Julie Collins, the PA to the Principal on juliecollins@inspirationtrust.org to make an appointment. Or if you would like to discuss the role of music within Inspiration Trust please contact John Stephens johnstephens@inspirationtrust.org
Closing date for applications: Midday, 21st June 2021
Interview date: w/c 21st June 2021
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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