Director of Music

The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic leadership of curriculum music from EYFS to GCSE, ensuring that all pupils experience a high-quality, engaging and inclusive music education. They will inspire musical excellence across the School, fostering participation and achievement in classroom music, choirs, instrumental ensembles and public performances.

The Director of Music will oversee the work of peripatetic music teachers, lead the School's choirs, organise a broad programme of concerts and performances, and contribute significantly to the cultural and creative life of the School. Working closely with the Head of Drama, the Director of Music will play a central role in the production of school performances, including the Middle School Show and Year 7 Production.

St Hugh's is a highly regarded coeducational day and boarding school. We are situated on a beautiful green campus of 65 acres in the South Oxfordshire countryside, only 25 minutes from Central Oxford. Our Senior School opened in September 2026. It is a very exciting time to be joining St Hugh’s.

The post holder will report directly to the Deputy Head Academic. This is a full-time position.

St Hugh’s staff are an outstanding, hard-working and collaborative team who aim to give all our children academic and pastoral excellence in a nurturing environment with wide ranging facilities. Each child is, therefore, able to discover what they are good at, thrive and gain confidence in themselves.

• a competitive salary on our own salary scale with scope for progression
• an outstanding working environment in our beautiful estate with easy access to transport links and being part of our vibrant and supportive community
• free car parking
• free meals
• a discount on School fees
• the use of our sporting and gym facilities

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (including a check against the Children’s Barred List), and other pre-employment screening including a check on the Secretary of State list of prohibited staff.