Teacher of Music
Bedstone College
Shropshire
- Salary:
- Bedstone pay scale subject to experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/09/2024
- Apply by:
- 13 May 2024
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and committed teacher of Music to teach at all stages of the school. The post would be ideal for someone new to the profession looking to gain initial experience, key skills and knowledge in a small and supportive environment, or for an experienced teacher looking for a new role. We have a dedicated music learning environment which includes soundproof practice pods, recording equipment and Macs with composing software installed, along with a school web based radio station. We are looking for a subject specialist with high expectations and a passion for helping every student acquire a love of music and performance. The proficiency to teach across the ability range at key stages 3 and 4 is essential; experience teaching A-level Music (or willingness to learn) would be an advantage.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy day and boarding school where you will have the opportunity to play a full and active role in the wider life of the school. There is the possibility of onsite accommodation.
Bedstone has its own salary scale and the salary will be set according to qualifications and experience. There are also fee concessions for staff children educated at the College.
An application form and job description can be obtained from Ms Christine Preston, PA to the Head, (pa@bedstone.org) to whom completed applications should be returned by Monday 13th May. They are also available in the Academic Vacancies section of our website Vacancies: Academic - Bedstone College
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About Bedstone College
Bedstone College is a mixed, all-through, independent day and boarding school in Bucknell, Shropshire. It enrols three to 18-year-old students and currently accommodates around 186 pupils.
Bedstone College was founded in 1948 as an all-boys school. It remains housed in Bedstone Court, the original school building, but has been extended to include modern facilities, including a multi-purpose sports hall, a state-of-the-art music facility, and fitness and performing arts studios.
Headteacher
Mr Toby Mullins, BA, MBA, QTS
Vision and values
The school’s main aim is to build each student’s confidence so they can achieve their full potential. Teachers strive to do this by encouraging pupils to try new things, be respectful of others and have pride in themselves and their school community. The school wants its young people to be curious, robust, adaptable and tolerant.
Bedstone College offers a broad range of subjects as well as extra-curricular activities to produce well-rounded students. Core subjects such as science, English, maths, geography and foreign languages are emphasised in the curriculum. The school excels with its recreational activities. These include mountain biking, horseback riding, ice skating and rock climbing, on campus and further afield. There are bi-annual ski trips as well as other overseas visits for different subjects. All students contribute to a very active charity committee.
ISI report
“Principles and values are actively promoted which facilitate the personal development of pupils as responsible, tolerant, law-abiding citizens. Boarders’ views are actively encouraged and their opinions and concerns are appropriately considered by staff. The prefect system operating in the school is suitably managed."
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