VIAT Deputy Director of Music - Full-time
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and talented Deputy Director of Music to join our thriving music department within our academy trust. This is a new and exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher of music to support the strategic leadership and continued development of a vibrant and ambitious music provision.
Working closely with the VIAT Director of Music, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching, developing the music curriculum, and leading a rich programme of extra-curricular music. We are looking for someone who is passionate about inspiring young people through music and who is committed to encouraging participation and excellence across all key stages.
The successful candidate will be:
* An excellent classroom practitioner with a strong subject knowledge in music;
* Passionate about music education and committed to high standards of teaching and learning;
* Experienced in leading or supporting ensembles, choirs or musical productions;
* Able to support the development of music provision across the VIAT Trust – both at primary and secondary level;
* A collaborative team player with strong organisational and communication skills.
In return, we offer a supportive and forward-thinking environment, excellent professional development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a dynamic and growing academy trust.
Applications will be considered upon receipt (early applications are encouraged), and interviews will take place as soon as possible.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CVs.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence, and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
A copy of our schools' Safeguarding and Child Protection Policiescan be found on the school websites and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found here .
The full job description can be found here .
For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: KCC-F38-5-L.
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