Job Title: Subject Leader of Music Main Pay Range/Upper Pay Range well-being cash plan pension scheme (TPS) additional Lift Schools benefits Permanent, Full Time January/April 2025 Start Join a thriving Music Department Are you a passionate and committed Teacher of music looking to join and lead a close knit department where you can make an impact? At Clacton Coastal Academy (CCA), you will lead a dedicated team of teachers, including an ECT and external staff, who deliver music lessons. You will also actively encourage volunteers from the local community. What makes our music department special? Student-centred learning: Students regularly choose Music as a Key Stage 4 BTEC and A Level option. Active participation: Our students actively participate in all school events, showcasing their vocal and instrumental talents. Exceptional resources: Students refine their skills using a comprehensive suite of resources, including SoundTrap for music production and dedicated practice rooms. Beyond the classroom: We run extracurricular sessions for Key Stage 4 and A Level students where they engage in activities such as band practices, revision sessions, and performances at local venues, making music a cornerstone of their educational experience. At CCA we prioritise staff development, offering CPD opportunities and Instructional Coaching to all our teachers with dedicated time given to teachers to support them in this process. Middle leaders are highly valued within the school, with plenty of scope for career progression, including support for National Professional Qualifications (NPQs). About Clacton Coastal Academy Clacton Coastal Academy is a rapidly improving school at the heart of the community and recently achieved ‘Good’ (June 2024). The school has experienced significant growth and improvement with student numbers now over 1,500. We are committed to providing every child with an excellent education not as a privilege, but as a right. We maintain high expectations, foster a positive school culture, and offer clear teaching and learning practices coupled with a supportive senior leadership team. To arrange a school visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Saran Vijay, our School Operations Manager on svijayclactoncoastalacademy.org Closing date : 10th November 2024 Who is Lift Schools? We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We Offer You Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career. Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs. Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram and Linkedin. Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details. Downloads Job Description Brochure Safer Recruitment Statement