Head of Music

Head of Music

Salary: £41,328 - £53,606 (Ark Main Pay scale AM1-AM6) + TLR 2B (£5,870)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday, 12th January 2026

As Head of Department in a music‑specialist school, you will lead, develop and manage the effective delivery of an outstanding curriculum across Music provision, enabling the highest level of student progress and attainment from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5. You will lead a professional community of peripatetic Music Tutors, promote outstanding teaching and learning, and create a strong school culture within a nurturing and rigorous environment.

You will also lead a range of music events, including termly concerts on site and in local churches, the school musical production, and informal community events, as well as oversee weekly music performances in assemblies.

• Degree in Music or related subject
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for Music
• Experience teaching Key Stage 3 and GCSE Music
• Demonstrable experience in managing behaviour and motivating children with a passion and belief in the potential of every pupil.
• Excellent interpersonal, planning and organisational skills
• Commitment to regular and ongoing professional development and training to establish outstanding classroom practice

• Weekly CPD sessions and twice as many training days as standard.
• Dedicated line management meetings
• Encouragement for staff to develop and lead their own projects
• Generous pension scheme
• Access to Ark rewards – savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest‑free loans up to £5,000 for season ticket or bicycle.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential counselling, legal advice and support.

Ark Bolingbroke Academy is a courageous, compassionate community committed to empowering excellence. We value high educational standards and aim to create a centre of excellence within the local community.

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where staff and students can achieve their full potential.

Ark commits to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, requiring all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check and disclose relevant legal information before appointment.