Director of Music

GSA:
Independent Day School for girls aged 2 - 18

Required for September 2026

We are seeking to employ a well-qualified and suitably experienced teacher to lead the Music Department. The Director of Music role is a key middle leadership position at our innovative and growing school. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an outstanding practitioner who has the vision to shape the future direction of music at Alderley Edge School for Girls.

Situated in the heart of rural Cheshire but easily accessible from the vibrancy of Manchester City Centre, Alderley Edge School for Girls is a high-achieving, academic and dynamic school with a committed staff body and hardworking, motivated pupils.

Alderley Edge School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Recruitment Pack and Application Form are available to download from the School website:

A completed application form and accompanying letter of application, including the name, address, telephone number and email address of two referees should be sent to:

Mrs C Woods
E:

Alderley Edge School for Girls
Tel:

Wilmslow Road

Alderley Edge

Cheshire SK9 7QE

Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Friday 27 February 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing 2 March 2026.

If you have not been contacted by the interview date your application will have been unsuccessful