Teacher of Music;

The department offers GCSE Music, as well as A Level Music and we are very proud of our extra-curricular music opportunities. The successful candidate would be expected to support across these areas. All teachers are expected to act as form tutors.

Parkstone is pleased to be able to offer all staff members:

Core Benefits

• A contributory pension scheme relevant to your role (including access to Teacher and Local Government Schemes).
• Tailored Continuous Professional Development (CPD) through the South Central Teaching Hub.
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7 covering a wide range of issues, such as:
  Legal Information, Bereavement Support and Online CBT among much more.
• All staff are entitled to a 'Golden Day' once a year - a paid day off or part time equivalent.
• Specsavers voucher for eye test and amount towards glasses if needed for DSE use.
• Four additional non-teaching days throughout the year, allowing for department planning time.
• Two disaggregated INSET days, allowing for an earlier finish at the end of the Summer term.
• Free Yoga and Pilates sessions throughout the term.
• Termly Staff Wellbeing and Workload groups to raise and solve issues.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eligibility to join The Blue Light Card discount scheme

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Parkstone Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The school is also committed to a policy of equal opportunity.

Parkstone Grammar School is an excellent place to work. Staff and students are happy, well cared for and well supported. We place a high priority on staff wellbeing and ensure that there are opportunities to support our staff. From free tea and coffee in the staffroom every day to activities such as Yoga and Pilates which are provided for free of charge.

We also have an employee assistance scheme where confidential advice and support is available for staff as and when they need it. The staff wellbeing and workload committee meets regularly with the Headteacher to discuss all aspects of work in school to ensure that we have the best balance possible for staff to thrive.