Head of Department - Music Position: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Watford WD3 Start Date: September 2025 Salary: MPS/UPS incl. Fringe plus TLR 2c Our School We are working with an "Outstanding" 11-18 co-educational academy who are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Head of Music to lead a vibrant and ambitious department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and skilled educator to shape and develop the delivery of Music across all key stages, while playing a strategic role within the school community. The music department is highly regarded in the school. With a set of rooms dedicated to music teaching, extra-curricular activities, and student practice, plus a specialist film studies suite (including a cinema) and a specialist theatre/drama studio with excellent resources. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to students' creative development and to inspire their passion for the performing arts. Qualities Required Our client is looking for a passionate Teacher with solid subject expertise to join them on a permanent basis The successful applicant will be able to teach Music up to KS5 You will design and deliver captivating lessons for KS3, KS4, and KS5 students Ideal candidate will have excellent subject knowledge Manage colleagues to enhance the curriculum and teaching methods Participate in extracurricular activities to support student development How to Apply If you are a Music teacher who can enthuse, motivate, and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today for more information about this role and other opportunities email info@1stnoteeducation.com