King Solomon Academy
Primary Music Lead
Location: Marylebone, London
Salary: Ark MPS/UPS (Inner London) £37,667 - £59,242 + TLR3 payment of £1,437
Working hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
Start date: January 2024 (Flexible start date for the right candidate)
Closing date: 11am on Wednesday 6th December 2023
We believe every child is a musician, but only engaging teachers with a growth mindset can help them develop to their full potential
About the role:
We are looking for an inspiring teacher and leader who is passionate about inclusive, joyful and high-quality music-making. We are interested in candidates who are enthusiastic and ambitious about developing and leading primary music across the primary school. Music is at the heart of our all-through school community. Music is an integral part of our Early Years Curriculum developing pupils’ love of singing and rhythm as they move through KS1 and KS2.
Our ideal candidate will have:
· Experience of raising attainment in a challenging classroom environment
· Evidence of continually improving the teaching and learning of their subject though schemes of work and extra-curricular activities etc.
· Experience of leading orchestras, ensembles, classes and small groups in instrumental learning
View the full job description and person specification here.
About our school:
King Solomon Academy has consistently been one of the highest performing non-selective schools in the country. We are rare in that it is a genuine all-through school. Our pupils join at 2,3 and 4 years old and stay with us until they are 18.
By joining our school, you play a part in showing what is possible when children’s education is seen as a long-term commitment. We are growing a team of exceptionally committed staff who value each and every year of a child’s education equally. If you too are motivated to redress educational disadvantage in the UK, King Solomon Academy is beginning to show what is possible and you could be part of the team defining the future of education in our country.
We aim to transform the lives of our pupils. Our mission is to provide a rigorous education that prepares our pupils for success at university and beyond, irrespective of their starting point. Our teachers and leaders do whatever it takes to make this a reality
How to apply:
Please click the apply below and submit your application Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. Early application is advised.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we would be delighted to hear from you. To arrange a visit, an informal chat or for any queries, please contact our HR Officer, Salma Ali on ksa.hr@kingsolomonacademy.org.
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.