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We are pleased to announce a vacancy for the role of Head of Music at Windermere School.
As the Head of the Music Department the post holder has responsibility for the overall effectiveness of the Music team and the provision of a high quality Music programme for all students. They have a key role in acting as a role model, setting high expectations and making the best use of resources to secure excellent outcomes in Music, both within and outside of lessons. They will act as an ambassador in promoting and celebrating the work and achievements of students within the Music department.
Job Title
Head of Music
Accountable To
The member of staff is ultimately responsible to the Head for the performance of their duties, through the Head of English and the Arts Faculty and the Deputy Head.
Position Type
Part Time (0.6—0.8) or Full Time (residential role or offer second subject)
To apply, please download the following:
- An application form, self-disclosure form and explanatory notes about completing the forms and the recruitment process;
- The School’s Policy Statements on Child Protection and on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders.
Application forms and self-disclosure form to be sent to HR@windermereschool.co.uk
Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed school application form.
Windermere School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We obtain at least 2 references for all staff including those teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage and enhanced criminal record checks through the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) for staff and volunteers who will have unsupervised access to children. This is in accordance with requirements under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.
Applicants for posts may be invited for interview where we follow the NSPCC’s Safer Recruitment Guidance Procedures. As part of the shortlisting process, the School may consider carrying out an online search of the candidate as part of their due diligence process, in order to identify incidences or issues that are available publicly on-line, that may require exploration with that candidate. The School should inform the shortlisted candidate that on-line searches may be carried out.