Director of Music
Sydenham High School GDST
Lewisham
- New
- Salary:
- Competitive salary plus benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- The ideal starting date is January 2025 but we will consider April 2025 for the right candidate.
- Apply by:
- 25 September 2024
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional and inspirational candidate to lead our vibrant Music department at Sydenham High School from January 2025.
We are seeking to appoint an accomplished musician with energy and vision to lead our Music Department through to the next stage of its development. A proven track-record in leadership is desirable, but not essential, and the ideal candidate must be driven by a firm ambition to ensure that Music is central to the life of the school.
The Director of Music will be responsible for the strategic direction of the department, both academically and from an enrichment perspective. They will have a genuine passion for Music, providing and facilitating opportunities for girls to participate in the musical life of the school, as well as developing elite musicians.
Our pupils enjoy participating in a diverse range of enrichment activities inclusive of Chamber Choir, Senior Choir, String Ensemble, Piano Trios, Flute Ensemble, Jazz Band, Samba Band and many more. Instrumental lessons are well attended by many students across 18 instrumental disciplines and the visiting music teaching staff are dedicated and talented musicians who are keen to be involved in the wider musical life of the school.
The successful candidate would continue to lead and develop the extensive enrichment provision and performance calendar across the school year. The right candidate will also play a pivotal role in continuing to build the reputation and profile of Music at Sydenham High School, to help ensure that it continues to be a first choice for parents and girls in the area.
The department has its own purpose-built accommodation and is endowed with an impressive Recital Hall.
The ideal starting date is January 2025 but we will consider April 2025 for the right candidate.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme.
These benefits include:
● Access to extensive professional development opportunities
● Interest free training loans for qualifications
● Generous pension schemes
● Employee Assistance Programme
● Cycle to work scheme
● Free school lunches
● A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
● Financial guidance and support
● Retail and lifestyle discounts
● 30 days annual leave for full-time support staff
For more details, please contact hr@syd.gdst.net or the school office on 0208 557 7000.
To apply, please click the apply button.
We reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process, so early applications are encouraged.
Applications should be received by 9am on Wednesday 25 September 2024.
References for candidates invited to interview will be taken before the interview.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
GDST are committed to the safeguarding of children, and child protection screening, including online searches, will apply to this post.
About Sydenham High School GDST
Sydenham High School is a mainstream, independent, all-through girls' school with sixth form, situated in Lewisham, south-east London. The school caters for over 750 students aged 4-18.
Sydenham High School was founded in 1887 by the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the leading group of independent girls’ schools in the UK. The Senior and Prep Schools have their own grounds located minutes apart and an 8 acre sportsground, used by all pupils, is a 20-minute drive from the school.
Head
Antonia Geldeard
Mission, vision and values
Our purpose
We aim to inspire the future generations of creators, independent thinkers and trailblazers. We open eyes and hearts by educating the whole person: to balance mind, body and soul. Our diversity of academic and enrichment opportunities enables every girl to forge her own path, strive to be her best and excel. We seek to empower every girl to discover and nurture her unique talents whether in the classroom, the laboratory, the library, the studio, the field, the water, the community or beyond.
We believe that educating the whole person leads to happy, confident and courageous children who flourish and make a positive difference to their community.
Our values
Courage and character: With our school motto at the fore, (‘Nyle ye drede’, ‘Fear nothing’), we aim to foster in every girl the strength of character and courage to discover and pursue her own path.
Curiosity for learning: We seek to empower every girl to learn without limits, cultivating an intellectual and creative mindset through an inspiring and joyful approach to education.
Culture of kindness: We focus on developing a happy and respectful community with strong relationships, prioritising every child’s wellbeing and celebrating diversity.
Generosity of spirit: We aspire to be outward looking, giving back, taking on leadership and having a positive impact.
The school motto, Nyle ye Drede, (‘Fear Nothing’), lies at the heart of all Sydenham High does. A Sydenham High education is centred upon the pupil, where academic excellence and pastoral excellence go hand in hand. The school actively encourages pupils to step outside their comfort zones, developing both independence of mind and the courage to take risks. This mentality is fostered throughout the school, allowing every pupil to develop academic enthusiasm, an enquiring mind and the ability and awareness to stand up for what is right.
Sydenham High School emphasises the importance of a broad curriculum complemented by a bespoke co-curricular offering. The school delivers an education that goes beyond the classroom, through a range of additional academic programmes, lunchtime societies, local and international trips and in-school events. These allow pupils to make connections between topics and apply their learning to real life. .
ISI report
“Pupils make rapid progress and achieve excellent results. Pupils develop high levels of self-confidence and the inner strength needed to succeed, as a result of an understanding not to fear failure. Their sense of responsibility to themselves, their school and the wider community is highly developed.”
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