Head of Music
William Ellis School
Camden
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- Salary:
- Main/Upper Scale (Inner London) + TLR1a (£9,272 per annum)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 16 October 2024
Job overview
We are currently Recruiting for
Role: Head of Music
Salary: Main/Upper Scale, Inner London + TLR1a (£9,272)
Contract: Full-Time or 0.8 FTE, Permanent
About the School
William Ellis School is a thriving, voluntary aided, non-denominational, inclusive comprehensive boys’ school serving the educational needs of boys from the ages of 11 to 18. It is an attractive site on the edge of Hampstead Heath with excellent access to Central London. It is a neighbourhood of great social and cultural diversity, and this diversity is very well represented at William Ellis.
The school is committed to nurturing successful students and good citizens through strong relationships in line with the school motto, “rather use than fame”. The school is part of the longest established and most successful mixed sixth form consortium in London, LaSWAP, which enables our students to access a wide range of subject expertise. We provide excellent professional opportunities for staff and are part of the Camden family of schools.
About the role
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Head of Music to lead the teaching of Music and Music Technology across all key stages. We require a well-qualified musician who is passionate about music education and committed to managing an extensive programme of extra-curricular, enrichment and performance opportunities.
About the Department
Music at William Ellis has a strong history of excellent results at GCSE and A Level, with at least one class in each examination year group and sometimes 40% of a year group opting for Music at GCSE. There is a thriving programme of extra-curricular and enrichment provision, with ensemble groups within the school and with neighbouring girls’ schools – some of whom perform at external venues and events. We have a strong relationship with the school’s Parents’ Association who support regular fundraising efforts for musical equipment. We proud to be part of a strong schools’ Music partnership in Camden. As a school, we offer 10% of our places each year to students who show a strong aptitude for Music and support these students to achieve highly and enjoy Music throughout their time here. For more details, please see William Ellis School - Music
The successful candidate will be:
• be an outstanding teacher with excellent subject knowledge
• be an inspirational leader with the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of young people
• have a record of securing excellent student progress If you are seeking a challenging and highly rewarding position, enriching the lives of students and the local community, we look forward to hearing from you.
Application packs can be downloaded from the school website www.williamellis.camden.sch.uk, emailing the HR team HR@Williamellis.camden.sch.uk or calling the school office on 020 7267 9346
Closing Date: Wednesday 16th October 2024, Midday
Interview Date: Week beginning 21st October 2024
Interested Candidates are welcome to contact the school for an informal conversation about the role, the school and to arrange a visit. We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date.
William Ellis School is committed to Equal Opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and therefore expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, all appointments are subject to DBS checks and excellent references and an online media search
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About William Ellis School
William Ellis School is a voluntary-aided, non-denominational comprehensive school in the London Borough of Camden, serving the secondary educational needs of boys in the diverse local community and of girls in the Sixth Form.
The aims of the school are to enable our pupils to strive for excellence in the academic, sporting and cultural spheres, and to contribute to a democratic society as good citizens, by developing:
• Good communication skills in written and spoken English and another language.
• Numeracy and problem-solving skills, particularly in the context of science and technology.
• Good health, physical education and activity.
• An informed understanding of the world of industry, commerce and work, and the processes of wealth creation.
• Creative skills and an appreciation of art, music and drama.
• An interest in the wider world and other cultures, through the learning of languages and travel.
• A growing awareness of ethical behaviour, respect for the environment and social justice.
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