Director of Music

King Edward’s is a leading independent day school in Hampshire, with a long and distinguished history. The School boasts outstanding facilities, including a Wellbeing Centre, modern library, new Sixth Form Centre, a 300 seat theatre and outstanding sports facilities. It is a fantastic place to work with a warm, supportive and happy atmosphere and highly qualified and dedicated staff. We aim to be a beacon of inclusivity, where every pupil and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential. King Edward’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We are seeking a well-qualified and exceptional leader to join us in the role of Director of Music on a full-time basis.  The successful candidate will be expected to teach across all ages. You should have excellent academic and musical qualifications as well as relevant teaching experience up to and including A level. Small teaching groups throughout the School are supported by the very latest technology and modern facilities including an extensive use of 1:1 digital learning.

The Music Department plays a significant role in the continuing success of the school. Our Director of Music must have the ability to inspire young people to participate in a range of musical activities and must be able to rehearse and direct instrumental and choral groups to a high standard. A willingness to fully embrace the co-curricular opportunities at the school (especially with whole school theatrical productions) is expected including the management and leadership of trips and visits. 

A team of 19 self-employed Visiting Music Teachers deliver weekly instrumental/vocal lessons in School, overseen by the Director of Music. 

King Edward’s has its own generous salary scale as well as contributing a highly competitive 22.5% employer contribution to the APTIS Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and a reduction in school fees. There is also onsite accommodation available to rent at a subsidised rate for single occupancy. The school boasts a range of quality professional development opportunities and offers flexibility to work off site when appropriate.

Further details and application forms are available from https://senior.kes.school/90/employment-opportunities Alternatively, contact the HR department on 02380 704561 or email: hr@kes.hants.sch.uk

CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 29 January 2025.

Interview date: w/c Monday 3 February 2025.

CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.  

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.