Head of Music
The Latymer Grammar School is looking to appoint an inspiring, committed, and exceptional Head of Music who upholds high standards for both students and themselves. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape the future of music education at a vibrant, high-performing selective school that values both academic achievement and creative expression.
Music is at the heart of life at Latymer. It plays an essential and valued role in our school community. Many students are drawn to Latymer not only for its academic excellence but also for the rich musical opportunities available through both the curriculum and a wide-ranging co-curricular programme.Music brings a distinctive richness and vibrancy to students’ lives, supporting their creative, social, and personal development.
At Latymer, we aim to promote key skills through music that contribute to the balanced development of all our pupils. These include dedication, commitment, listening skills, organisation, persistence, resilience, and teamwork. Pupils arrive at Latymer with a range of musical experience and ability, and our goal is to provide opportunities for all, enriching their lives through musical engagement.
We have a team of nearly 30 experienced and skilled classroom and visiting music teachers, all committed to delivering a high-quality music education for our pupils.
A further detailed job description is attached.
The Latymer School is an oversubscribed high achieving, but caring Grammar School in North London. Visitors comment on the warm atmosphere and the high levels of participation in extra-curricular activities that encourage students to foster and nurture their skills and interests beyond the confines of the curriculum.We are proud of our inclusive school community and there is a real passion for teaching and learning in a supported and welcoming atmosphere that inspires risk-taking and creativity. As a school, we are committed to developing the whole person and it is a place where you can really engage students in their learning and develop as a teacher.
The school also provides a range of well-being activities and facilities including good transport links, free parking, a cycle to work scheme, use of the fitness suite and even massages by a qualified masseuse. The school also runs a number of national and international trips, and we even have our own residential centre in a beautiful part of North Wales which staff also use.We value our staff and the importance of maintaining a healthy work life balance.
If you would like to join this hard-working, able, and effective team of committed teachers, we would love to hear from you.
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Applications will be considered upon receipt, and the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date.
The Latymer School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory ‘Enhanced with a Barred List Check’ through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
As part of our selection and appointment process, and in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we are required to conduct online searches on all candidates to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online.By submitting and signing your application, you acknowledge that such searches will be conducted as part of the selection and appointment process.
The Latymer School is an equal opportunities employer.