Deputy Director of Music

Role Introduction

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational educator and manager to this key role.

The post-holder will promote and foster a culture of inclusivity and openness in order that students of all levels of experience are able to perform in whichever style of music they show an interest. The successful candidate will oversee the co-curricular music and instrumental teaching programmes in one of the largest music departments in the country. In addition, they will teach a reduced timetable of class music lessons, across the 13-18 curriculum.

The successful candidate will join the staff as a teacher in the Music department with additional responsibilities as the Deputy Director of Music and as a choral director. To confirm, whilst this is a permanent contract in the Music Department, in line with other comparable roles at the College, the responsibility as Deputy Director of Music will be tenable for an initial 5 years and renewable for a further 5 years by mutual agreement.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Main Duties

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF MUSIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the Precentor & Director of Music, deputising for them where necessary;
• Oversee the progress of all Music Award holders including:
• - co-ordinating timetable remission for award holders in their first two years at Eton
• - ensuring all award holders are participating in ensembles but are not overburdened;
• Act as the Safeguarding Lead for the Music department;
• Lead the team of Visiting Music Teachers and line-manage the Heads of Section (there are currently nine of these);
• Oversee the instrumental teaching programme;
• Co-ordinate the appointment of new Visiting Music Teachers including the interviewing and shortlisting of candidates;
• Oversee the professional development and triennial appraisal of all Visiting Music Teachers in collaboration with Heads of Section;
• Co-ordinate solo performing opportunities at all levels across the department;
• Oversee allocation of pupils to ensembles;
• Oversee the weekly programme of ensemble rehearsals;
• Co-ordinate external and internal concert requests;
• Deal with conflicting commitments;
• Co-ordinate music/drama liaison;
• Co-ordinate house concerts;
• Assist the Head of Academic Music with performance coursework submissions for public examinations;
• Oversee the Music Schools’ partnerships activities;
• Oversee music competitions;
• Oversee our programme of boy-run concerts;
• Be a highly visible presence around the Department , attending a wide range of departmental and school events (including frequent evening and weekend work);
• Develop the culture of openness in the school, including peer observation and learning walks within the department.

ACADEMIC

• Teach across the age and ability range, with the ability to adapt teaching to accommodate the most able, and those who find the subject challenging;
• Ensure the best possible academic outcomes, by planning, preparing and delivering well-structured and creative lessons which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils;
• Assess, mark, record and report on the development and progress of pupils in line with the school’s assessment and reporting processes, ensuring challenging goals are set and achieved;
• Provide timely, detailed and supportive feedback to pupils;
• Ensure subject knowledge and skills as a teacher are up-to-date;
• Cover lessons when required;
• Be expected to teach non-examined curricular subjects, including SPHERE (the College's PSHE programme);
• Seek to develop your own professional practice;
• Attend parents’ meetings as required;
• Carry out administrative and other functions related to the smooth running of the department;

CO-CURRICULAR

You will act as:

• Director of Parry Choir (trebles only);
• Director of Compline Choir (TrATB);
• Head of Close Harmony (this includes being the Director of ‘Etonality’ close harmony group and the Master-in-Charge of the ‘Incognitos’, which is a boy-directed ensemble;
• An Assistant Conductor of College Chapel Choir and the ECMS Chorus;
• Co-Director of Sinfonia, Eton’s second symphony orchestra;

You will:

• Accompany students on visits away from the school, subject to risk assessment;
• Actively contribute to the staff duty rota, by eg: exam invigilating and supervising meal times;
• Contribute to the school's wider social programme, for example, workshops, seminars, competitions, trips and open days.

In addition to the areas listed here, subject to individual skills and the College’s requirements, there could be scope to contribute to other areas of the co-curriculum both within and outside the music department

Benefits

Our staff are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.

In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer an

excellent remuneration and benefits package which includes free accommodation, a generous Pension Scheme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, free eyecare vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities which are currently being extensively upgraded and discount at local retailers and businesses.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on recruitment@etoncollege.org.uk so we can make adjustments accordingly.