Curriculum Lead of Music – Independent School in Hampshire(January Start)

A prestigious co-educational independent school in Hampshire is seeking a visionary, academically distinguished Curriculum Lead of Music to oversee classroom music strategy, syllabus innovation, and academic outcomes on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January. This is an exceptional leadership position for an ambitious music educator passionate about developing a dynamic classroom curriculum, raising academic standards, and fostering musical confidence across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. Job Overview Classroom music education forms a cornerstone of this school's academic identity and cultural life. The successful applicant will take strategic responsibility for classroom curriculum design, assessment frameworks, digital music technology integration, and exam performance across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (Cambridge IGCSE / GCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level / International Baccalaureate Music). Working alongside the Director of Music (who oversees whole-school ensembles and peripatetic operations) and expressive arts faculty, you will lead classroom teaching, mentor department colleagues, integrate modern compositional software, and prepare pupils for top-tier university and conservatory entry. This is a full-time, permanent contract starting in January. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and review the academic Music curriculum across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (IGCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level / IB Music) Monitor assessment standards, tracking pupil progress, composition portfolios, and written analysis skills Lead, line-manage, and mentor classroom music teaching staff, conducting peer observations and curriculum development workshops Integrate digital music platforms and DAWs (Sibelius, Logic Pro, Cubase) effectively into key stage schemes of work Collaborate with the Director of Music to align classroom learning with chapel music, ensembles, and annual concert performances Guide Sixth Form candidates through Oxbridge, conservatory, and UCAS music applications, including harmony and counterpoint preparation The School & What’s on Offer January Start: Full-time, permanent employment contract directly with the school commencing January Independent Framework: Outstanding independent school environment with small class sizes, motivated pupils, and generous departmental resources Facilities: Purpose-built music facility, acoustic classroom spaces, recording studios, digital audio workstations, and performance halls Location: Prime Hampshire location set within attractive grounds with convenient road and rail connections Candidate Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS, or recognized independent school credentials Honors degree in Music, Musicology, or Composition from a recognized university or music conservatory Proven track record of delivering exceptional IGCSE, GCSE, and A-Level academic music outcomes Demonstrated leadership capability with deep knowledge of contemporary music pedagogy and software integration An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) How to Apply Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Curriculum Lead of Music position at an independent school in Hampshire for a January start.