About this role:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher of Music to join the department and further inspire our students, raise their aspirations and unlock their potential in all things musical. We believe the music curriculum is designed to simultaneously build pupil's technical expertise, develop their understanding of the way music is constructed and enable musical responses to become more sophisticated and nuanced as students get older. With your passion for music driving you, you will deliver high quality lessons for all of our students in Years 7, 8 & 9 along with those choosing to continue their music studies at GCSE and A -level where we study the Pearson Edexcel Music Course. Music lessons are taught in our two fully equipped bespoke music classrooms. The department organises and hosts a wide variety of performance opportunities for the students throughout the academic year.
To be successful you should be able to fulfil the following criteria:
QTS and a good honours degree in a related subject (ECTs are welcome)
Be passionate about learning and teaching
Demonstrate a passion for the subject, and the ability to teach Music across KS3, GCSE and A-Level
Have a sensitive attitude to students of all abilities and ages and the ability to meet the needs of the most able and those with Special Educational Needs
Be willing to go above and beyond to ensure students make great progress
Be committed to playing a part in the wider life of the school
Be committed to safeguarding children's wellbeing
Have a supportive and cooperative approach to colleagues
Have a willingness to continue learning and developing as a teacher
Have a reflective approach to your own practice and to the overall performance of the department
In return, we will offer you:
A high quality and bespoke CPD programme designed to enhance your skills and knowledge to support your professional development
Two-week half-term break in October
Enthusiastic students with a love of learning and, who want to succeed
A culture of professional autonomy and a supportive staff - you join a real 'AGS family'
Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme
Free on-site parking
On-site catering at affordable prices
Free on-site gym
Multi-faith prayer room
Convenient location in South Warwickshire with superb amenities and eminently affordable housing
You can find out more about us from our website and we would be delighted to show you around our school.
If you are interested in this role, we encourage you to visit us. Please contact r.thorpe@alcestergs.com in the first instance.