Joint Head of WBP

Chetham’s School of Music seeks an accomplished performer, teacher and leader with a specialism in Woodwind to fulfil a Head of Department role.

• A permanent, term time only role from January 2027 (subject to recruitment checks).
• 4 days per week, Monday to Friday (with additional hours supporting student performances/ rehearsals during the evening and at weekends as required). Hours can be considered on an individual and flexible basis. (This role may be suitable for a job share for the right candidates).
• Regular Saturday morning work is required, plus some evening and additional weekend work.
• The role will focus on caretaking the Woodwind, Brass and Percussion Department. The successful candidate(s) will support our Woodwind, Brass & Percussion students to continue to reach the highest of musical standards within a nurturing environment, focussed on personal growth and wellbeing. Able to inspire, teach and support all levels of students alike, candidates will equally be capable of working at management level – liaising with parent and the wider staff team.
• Salary – MPS plus responsibility allowance B (0.8) FTE equivalent.
• Flexibility available in respect to working hours.
• Benefits include subsided catered lunches during term-time, on site gym, free tickets to selected concerts & Cycle to Work Scheme.

• Salary – MPS plus responsibility allowance B (0.8) FTE equivalent.
• Flexibility available in respect to working hours.
• Benefits include subsided catered lunches during term-time, on site gym, free tickets to selected concerts & Cycle to Work Scheme.

Final date to receive applications: 9am, Tuesday 22nd September 2026

Interviews: 1st October 2026

Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undertake child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service Reg. Charity No: 526702