Job Description: Director of Music at Strathallan SchoolThe following content displays a map of the job location - Forgandenny, Perth.Job Reference: schooltalent/TP/26373/1789Salary: Competitive; commensurate with experience.Location: Forgandenny, PerthClosing Date: 01/05/2025Department: MusicRegion / Division: Strathallan SchoolJob Role: TeachingThe RoleDue to an internal promotion, we are seeking to recruit a full-time, permanent Director of Music to commence in August 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, innovative, and inspirational professional who has the aspiration, integrity, and ability to support, promote, and develop music across the school and achieve the Headmaster’s vision for the future.The successful candidate will be an ambitious professional with a proven track record in subject leadership, progress, and attainment. They will demonstrate a love of music, be committed to nurturing talent, and implementing educational excellence across Strathallan School.The Director of Music will uphold the school's values and ethos, acting as an ambassador. In this middle management role, they will lead, manage, and develop the Music department aligned with the school's strategic aims. They will inspire pupils and colleagues, serve as a role model, and organize events to promote music development and enrich pupil experiences.Music is a vital part of human expression and emotion, and at Strathallan, it is supported and celebrated for these reasons.The Big SingIn November 2024, Strathallan School’s cover of Skerryvore’s ‘Take My Hand’ went global. Endorsed by Skerryvore themselves, the band has invited the school to join them on stage for a future performance!For the full advert, job description, and person specification, see the attached job brief.The application deadline is Thursday, 1st May, with interviews shortly after.Applicants should submit a cover letter (no more than three pages), complete an online application form, attach their CV, and provide two employment references. Additional links to recordings or pieces can be included as an extra page.The selection process includes a school tour, interviews with stakeholders, meetings with the current Director of Music, a teaching observation, and conducting and accompanying a musical piece.For further information, contact recruitment@strathallan.co.uk.About Strathallan SchoolLocated on a 153-acre Perthshire campus, Strathallan has been innovating education for over 100 years. The school attracts pupils nationally and internationally, offering excellent programs in academics, sports, and the arts.With around 600 pupils aged 5-18, the school comprises Prep and Senior divisions, with boarding facilities and a mix of traditional and modern buildings. Perth is nearby, with easy access to Edinburgh, Glasgow, and the Highlands.
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