This is an exceptional opportunity to lead and shape Music at a thriving, ambitious and oversubscribed 11–16 academy.  

At Landau Forte Academy Amington, we are committed to providing a world-class education for our community. Judged GOOD in all areas by Ofsted (May 2022), we are now on a clear trajectory towards becoming exceptional across all areas, driven by our values: Ambitious, Brave, Kind.  

We are seeking an inspirational and dynamic Subject Leader for Music—someone who will ignite a love of music across the academy, raise standards, and build a vibrant musical culture that every student can access and be proud of.  

Key Information  

Contract: Full-time, permanent  

Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR  

Start Date: September 2026  

Closing Date: 9am Friday 8^th May 2026 

Why this role is special  

Music is central to our vision for a rich, inclusive and ambitious curriculum. This role offers the opportunity to:  

• Lead a high-quality, knowledge-rich music curriculum at KS3 and KS4  

• Shape a thriving musical culture across the academy  

• Coordinate and develop our strong team of peripatetic music tutors  

• Lead and grow an ambitious extracurricular programme, including:  

• Academy Choir  

• Rock Band  

• Orchestra / Ensemble provision  

• Play a pivotal role in delivering our annual academy production/show  

• Build performance opportunities that showcase student talent within the academy and the wider community  

• This is not just a teaching role—it is a leadership opportunity to build something special.  

About the Role  

As Subject Leader for Music, you will:  

• Lead and model exceptional teaching and learning in Music  

• Develop and implement a coherent, ambitious curriculum  

• Drive high expectations and strong outcomes for all students  

• Lead the strategic development of Music across the academy  

• Coordinate peripatetic provision to ensure high-quality, inclusive access  

• Develop a wide-ranging enrichment programme  

• Lead on performances, concerts, and productions  

• Build strong partnerships within the trust and wider community  

• Contribute to the wider success of the Creative Arts Faculty  

Who we are looking for  

We are looking for a colleague who:  

• Is an excellent Music teacher with a strong track record of impact  

• Has the drive and vision to lead and grow a successful department  

• Is passionate about performance, creativity and student opportunity  

• Can inspire students of all abilities to engage and achieve in music  

• Has experience (or strong ambition) to lead:  

• Choirs / ensembles  

• School productions  

• Instrumental programmes  

• Can effectively coordinate peripatetic staff  

• Understands the role of Music in personal development and cultural capital  

• Is innovative, energetic and committed to excellence  

What we offer  

• A supportive, ambitious and values-driven culture  

• Genuinely enthusiastic, respectful students  

• A highly collaborative staff team with shared planning and strong CPD  

• Protected time for professional development  

• Opportunities for career progression across the Trust  

A leadership team committed to staff wellbeing, including:  

• Wellbeing committee  

• Commitment to the DfE Wellbeing Charter  

Benefits including:  

• Teacher Pension Scheme  

• Healthcare Cash Plan (Westfield Health)  

• Meal allowance  

Join us  

If you are excited by the opportunity to build a vibrant, high-impact music provision and inspire young people through music, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the academy are warmly welcomed. Please contact the Principal’s PA at sfarley@lfata.org.uk to arrange.  

About the Trust  

Landau Forte Charitable Trust is a family of primary, secondary and sixth form academies across the Midlands. Our foundations lie in innovation, entrepreneurship, service and care, and we are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for every child.  

Complete the application form online

Visit www.lfct.org.uk/careers

All appointments made are subject to satisfactory references and a criminal background check. Landau Forte Charitable Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this post.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Self-declaration is subject to Ministry of Justice guidance on the disclosure of criminal records, further information can be found on GOV.UK.

The Trust will conduct all necessary searches and checks as relevant and in line with Government Safer Recruitment guidelines, our Safer Recruitment policy can be found on our website at www.lfct.org.uk