Head of Department - Music

Closing Date: 24/06/2025 12:00
Interview Date:
TBC
Start Date:
January 2026 or sooner, depending on candidate’s availabilityAdditional InformationEstablishment:
Longfield Academy
Location:
Darlington
Salary:
£31,650 - £49,084 plus TLR2b £5,648
Department:
Music
Job Type:
Full Time
Key Stage:
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Closing Date: 24/06/2025 12:00
Interview Date:
TBC
Start Date:
January 2026 or sooner, depending on candidate’s availability Additional InformationContract Type:
Permanent
Contract Term:
TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks
Hours per Week:
32.50
Weeks per Year:
52.140
Pay Grade:
Main Pay Range / Upper Pay RangeThe RoleAre you passionate about music and engaging your pupils in the Secondary Music curriculum? Have you got experience of teaching Music and hold QTS?This is an exciting opportunity for a Headof Music to lead a vibrant music department. You will be a creative, adaptable and dedicated specialist with high aspirations to enable you deliver creative lessons to inspire pupils.In addition, you will have a demonstrable track record as an excellent classroom practitioner to ensure pupils meet or exceed expected progress.Applications for part time working will be considered.In return we can offer high quality in-house coaching and mentoring; access to a wide range of professional development opportunities; access to Trust networks and professional development; access to Darlington networks; a highly supportive and collaborative staff; amazing children. For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mr Justin Tattersall, Assistant Head Teacher on 01325 380815 or by e-mail to jtattersall@longfield.nalp.org.ukInformation for applicants, including the job description and person specification for this role and an on-line application form, can be viewed at https://nalp.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact Sam Recruit on 01924 907319 or the Schools HR Team on schoolshr@nalp.org.ukQualificationsQualification TitleGradeGraduate in relevant subject with QTS for KS3 and KS4 with an ability to proficiently teach all formal elements of Music EssentialWell structured supporting letter indicating beliefs and understanding of important educational issues EssentialCommitment to and track record of continuing professional development relevant to subject area EssentialSkillsExperience/KnowledgeExcellent, up-to-date knowledge in subject and new developments in teaching music EssentialExperience of tracking pupil progress and using data to inform lesson planning EssentialA proven track record of ensuring pupil progress and of examination success EssentialExperience of monitoring and evaluating staff performance EssentialAbility to communicate both orally and in writing with a range of different audiences including providing sensitive feedback to parents/carers and other professionals regarding pupil development EssentialAbility to promote a high standard of literacy, articulacy and propose use of standard English within lessons EssentialPersonal AttributesCommitment to own professional development and willingness to undertake training EssentialAn enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give Northern Arch Learning Partnership consent to check their status if they are registered with the DBS Update Service.The Trust complies with the Code of Practice issued by the Disclosure and Barring Service.An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may arise during this search at interview.The Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.Apply for this roleSubmit your application today with our simple application process
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