Head of Instrumental Music

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 100 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 80,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst. In over 24 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment. By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group. ROLE SUMMARY: The British School of Bahrain (BSB) is seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Instrumental Music for August 2024 . The Music Department presently consists of a Director of Music, Lead Teacher of Music, 5 academic music teachers, 2 full-time instrumental tutors, and a team of visiting instrumental tutors . This is a thriving and ambitious department encouraging our students and teachers to be musicians in the classroom and the wider community. BSB is fully involved in the regional BSME Young Musicians of the Gulf competition as well as the global COBIS Music Festival. In February 2024, BSB is excited to host this event on the island for the first time! We are BSB, a school with its roots in the historic and culturally rich country of Bahrain, which is now growing within the global community. Join us on this journey. The British School of Bahrain is committed to providing a high-quality, international education for students in the Kingdom of Bahrain. We are a selective, coeducational, independent nursery through year 13 school. Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with some adaptations to the local context and offers IGCSE and A-Level/BTEC examinations. While the language of academic instruction is English, we are a truly international school, and our pupils and staff come from over 82 different nationalities. The school has 2900 students on roll aged 3-18, it has a warm feel to it, and there is a sense of fun. Most importantly, our students are a joy to teach. Teaching and Learning at BSB BSB is a member of the Inspired global group of schools, which aspires to the highest standards in private education. Integrating innovative, challenging and enriching programmes in the academic curriculum, performing arts and sport is central to the Inspired approach. Judged as ‘Outstanding’ in both our most recent BSO and BQA inspections, we have high expectations of our students throughout their educational journey. Our aim is to provide our graduating students with a passport to the best universities, colleges and careers around the world. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: We are looking for an outstanding full-time Head of Instrumental Music. The successful candidate would be an instrumental specialist (piano, brass or woodwind) able to tutor students from beginner to Grade 8/Diploma level. Tutoring of the piano and accompaniment of students will also be required. Previous experience in leading whole-class instrumental and larger ensembles would be an advantage. Applicants will be academically able, with a degree in the subject, and they will also be enthusiastic and collegiate teachers. Involvement in the wider life of this outstandingly successful British School is expected. All teachers are expected to facilitate and maximise the academic progress and pastoral welfare of each assigned student. All teachers have clear teaching, pastoral, and administrative roles as well as an expectation for the commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people at all times. #J-18808-Ljbffr