Attributes of a successful candidate

Passion for and expertise in music and/or drama; Organised and able to manage events, organise rehearsals, inspire children (and staff!)

Inclusive, kind and empathetic; Able to balance their own administration, lessons, clubs and performances; Enthusiasm, energy and zest to share the joy of their subject(s); Qualified Teacher Status; Excellent behaviour management.

Useful Information

Applicants are encouraged to apply if they have one specialism (Drama or Music) for a part time role.

The Head of Creative Arts / Creative Arts teacher is line-managed by the Deputy Head.

The role would include teaching music and drama to all age groups in the school (including pre-school once a week), running clubs and choirs, organising concerts and putting on a creative arts festival, a whole school play, tea-time tunes, various nativities and smaller performance opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Music

Teaching of class music to children aged 3-13; Running three choirs (Pre-Prep, Lower Prep & Chamber Choir) and preparing for regular performances and a choice of instrumental groups; Co-ordinating, supporting and line-managing the peripatetic music teachers; Leading in all aspects of music throughout the school day including playing in assemblies, accompanying musicians in performances, conducting; Developing an interesting and varied music curriculum where pupils develop their musical skills including the ability to compose, read music and perform; Ensuring pupils have regular opportunities to perform in school, to their parents and to outside audiences when appropriate; Preparing pupils for senior school scholarship applications; Monitoring, assessing and tracking progress of all pupils in music.

Drama

Teaching of class drama to children aged 3-13;

Organising, scheduling, resourcing and rehearsing all school plays and nativities throughout the year;

Supporting the teaching of public speaking and presentations, particularly with the pupils in Upper Prep;

Preparing pupils for senior school scholarship applications

Developing the school's schemes of work, promoting a diverse and interesting curriculum;

Co-ordination of the school's drama wardrobe and props; Monitoring, assessing and tracking progress of all pupils in Drama; Ability to offer individual or group LAMDA Lessons also welcome.

General

Developing an amazing learning environment of the Creative Arts Hub ensuring equipment, resources and facilities are well-cared for and managed;

Some cover of other lessons when necessary; Working on whole school events and projects;

Working closely with the Director of Studies, Deputy Head & SENDCo to ensure all children are achieving well in your lessons;

Playing a full part in the life of the school;

Attending parents' evenings, concerts, Speech Day and other important school events;

Building links with the local community and working together with other staff to provide excellent cross-curricular links to enhance learning.