Head of Music at Grange School

Qualifications and Specifications

• Graduate with qualified teachers status with major in Music.
• Experience of middle leadership in a British Curriculum school
• Knowledge of relevant curriculum areas in different Key Stages, including a sound understanding of assessment and monitoring.
• Ability to play various musical, orchestral instruments and to sing.
• Knowledge child development and especially of characteristics of children in the various age groups.
• Knowledge of prescribed curriculum, current technology and educational research especially in the field of music education.
• Knowledge of learning styles and skills in using varied teaching methods to address students learning styles.
• A proven track record of excellent outcomes for students.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to relate to people at all levels.
• An ability to inspire and maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.
• A sound understanding of the use of data in assessment, target setting and progress of pupils.
• Experience of supporting strategies to maximise pupil achievement throughout school.

General Requirements

• Spoken and written English must be of a high standard.
• Experience as a teacher in a British National Curriculum School.
• Willingness to participate in Co-Curricular activities