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Location: Bournemouth
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR

An exciting opportunity has arisen at a high-achieving and creatively driven secondary school in Bournemouth for an experienced and passionate Head of Music. The school values expressive arts as a vital part of its curriculum and co-curricular life, and is seeking a leader who shares this vision.

Why This School?

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Strong emphasis on creativity and performance across the school

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Excellent facilities including a music suite, practice rooms, and digital equipment

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Frequent performance opportunities and annual arts festival

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Supportive leadership with opportunities for innovation and curriculum design

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Optional pastoral leadership such as Head of Year 9 or transition coordinator

Your Role Will Involve:

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Leading the Music department and shaping the curriculum from KS3–KS5

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Supporting and developing music teaching across the team

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Planning and directing musical productions, concerts, and choirs

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Creating inclusive musical experiences for all students, regardless of background

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Collaborating with other expressive arts and wider school initiatives

Who Should Apply:

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A qualified Music teacher with leadership experience or potential

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Someone with strong musical skills across composition, performance, and theory

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Passionate about inclusion and cultural enrichment through music

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Strong team leader with clear vision for creative education

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Enhanced DBS check required