Head of Music Independent School in Gloucestershire September Start

A visionary and accomplished Music specialist is required to lead the department at a distinguished independent school in Gloucestershire from September 2026. This is a full-time permanent leadership opportunity for an experienced practitioner and performer ready to oversee a high-profile department and drive the schools musical heritage into its next chapter.

Music is at the heart of this schools cultural identity enjoying a significant profile within the local community and a reputation for producing elite-level performers and scholars.

The Role

• Departmental Leadership: Leading a team of academic Music teachers and a large cohort of Visiting Music Teachers (VMTs) ensuring excellence in both the classroom and individual tuition.

• Curriculum Oversight: Designing and delivering a rigorous academic curriculum for KS3 GCSE and A-Level while fostering a love for theory composition and appraising.

• Performance & Events: Coordinating a comprehensive calendar of concerts recitals chapel services and major theatrical productions ensuring high-quality performance opportunities for all pupils.

• Strategic Growth: Driving student recruitment for the subject and overseeing the scholarship process for exceptionally gifted musicians.

• Resource Management: Managing the schools bespoke music facilities including performance halls recording studios and instrument inventories.

• Community Engagement: Strengthening links with external musical organizations conservatoires and the wider Gloucestershire arts community.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or significant experience leading a department within a high-standard independent school.

• A strong honors degree in Music (BMus/BA) or a post-graduate qualification from a reputable university or conservatoire.

• Exceptional instrumental or vocal ability with the confidence to conduct ensembles and accompany students.

• Proven success in teaching academic Music at all Key Stages with a track record of achieving top-tier grades.

• Outstanding organizational and administrative skills capable of managing the complex logistics of a busy music department.

• A professional resilient and inspirational leadership style.

School Information

Located in the heart of Gloucestershire this distinguished independent school is celebrated for its academic rigor and its commitment to the performing arts. The Music department is exceptionally well-resourced featuring a dedicated music school with professional-grade acoustics and technology.

The successful candidate will join a prestigious professional community and benefit from a highly competitive salary small class sizes and a leadership team that views Music as a vital pillar of the schools holistic education.

Salary

Competitive Independent Salary Scale Significant Leadership Allowance (Commensurate with experience)

Application

To apply for this Head of Music position in Gloucestershire please submit your CV or contact us for further information. Early applications are encouraged.