HEAD OF MUSIC LOCATION: London Borough of Croydon CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent HOURS: Full Time START DATE: January 2026 / Negotiable SALARY: MPS/UPS Outer London Pay Scale + TLR Coloma Convent Girls' School in Shirley is recognised as one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country. We are consistently oversubscribed and a very popular choice within the borough and other local boroughs. In October 2019 Coloma received its fifth 'Outstanding' Diocesan Inspection report and in 2021 was named 'Best School in Croydon' in the Real Schools Guide. In December 2022, The Times released its 'Parent Power Schools Guide' to the top 1600 UK schools based on 2022 exam results. Coloma was ranked 2nd in the best girls' comprehensive category and 39th in the best comprehensive school category. Coloma is very proud of its history of academic achievement; this is due to the hard work, focus and dedication of staff and pupils which permeates the ethos that is Coloma. We are proud to be Croydon's Number One school for progress and attainment (2024) with a Progress 8 score of +0.52.
We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Music to join and lead one of Coloma's most successful departments.
We Offer:
* A school with a strong commitment to your professional development;
* Access to the generous Teachers Pension Scheme;
* A working environment focused on high quality Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all;
* The opportunity to work in a team where your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated;
* The opportunity to work within the largest cosmopolitan centre outside of Central London, undergoing substantial redevelopment, growth and change;
* A school that invests in enrichment and extra-curricular activities and opportunities for students.
HOW TO APPLY: Complete the application form including supporting statement and email it to recruitment@coloma.co.uk by the closing date. Queries should be sent to Vicki Davis at recruitment@coloma.co.uk CLOSING DATE: 10am Wednesday 15th October 2025 INTERVIEWS: will take place week commencing Monday 21st October 2025 Coloma reserves the right to commence or complete the recruitment process at any time prior to the closing date. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share the commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check. Please note: WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS VIA AGENCIES
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