Head of Music

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our Music Department at Westcliff High School for Girls. We’re a school with a proud tradition of academic excellence and our school values of Leadership, Enrichment, Scholarship and Kindness underpin every aspect of school life and create a community where ambition, excellence and strong pastoral support thrive side by side.

Our students set themselves the highest expectations and are deeply committed to their learning. Teaching here means inspiring talented, curious young people who will go on to become future leaders in their fields.

We would like from you:

• A teacher of Music who can spark curiosity, nurture a genuine love of learning, and enable students to achieve exceptional academic success.
• Enthusiasm, energy, and determination to make a tangible impact on the quality of education at our school.
• A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school through extra-curricular and enrichment activities.

We can offer you:

• The privilege of teaching highly motivated, high-achieving students who are ambitious, inquisitive, and eager to learn.
• Excellent professional development as part of the South East Essex Academy Trust — a family of nine schools committed to collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Expert colleagues who share a passion for teaching and learning and who foster a culture of mutual respect, wellbeing, and professional growth.
• A school that celebrates diversity and inclusion, while maintaining pride in its long-standing traditions and strong academic reputation.
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Qualities required to fulfil the role:

The ideal candidate is likely to be someone who has strong subject knowledge, is keen to develop their understanding of how children learn, and is willing to stay abreast of current developments in educational practice in order to inspire colleagues within the Music department.  

We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate excellent communication skills, are proactive and have the ability to transmit enthusiasm in the classroom.

As required, along with all teachers in our Trust, the postholder will support the interests of all learners within the nine schools currently within the South East Essex Academy Trust, as well as potential future schools.

Duties may be modified by the Headteacher in consultation with the post holder to reflect or anticipate changes in the job.

Core Purpose of The Post:

To embody and provide leadership for the vision and values of Westcliff High School for Girls, and to secure the best possible education for every student at the school.

The post-holder must subscribe to our core values of:

Scholarship

Leadership

Enrichment

Kindness

Develop an ethos of high expectations, and a positive approach to innovation.

Take full accountability for key areas as outlined in the key responsibilities and person specifications sections as well as participating fully in the school’s performance management review cycle.

This isn’t just about teaching — it’s about shaping learning, building confidence, and having a wider impact.

This is more than a teaching post—it’s an opportunity to influence, lead, and grow.

We think that teaching at Westcliff High School for Girls is both a privilege and an inspiration. Our students’ drive, curiosity, and attitude to learning make this an exceptional place to teach; in a school that combines tradition with innovation, and academic ambition with kindness. But don’t take our word for it, we’d love to welcome you to the school for a tour which you can arrange by contacting  Miss Watson  HR@whsg.info.