HEAD OF MUSIC

 (M1 – M6 and UPS 1 – 3) + TLR 2a

Start date:  13^th April 2026

Permanent post

Flexible working applications will be considered

This exciting opportunity has arisen because of the rapid expansion of our school community, and the relocation of our current Head of Music. We are therefore, looking for an ambitious and positive individual to lead our growing Music department.  The Dean Academy is a ‘Good’ school with experienced staff and an ambitious Senior Leadership Team.  You will receive exceptional CPD and be part of a supportive team of Middle Leaders, working collaboratively shaping the curriculum our students received.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning, teaching and assessment of classes throughout Key Stages Three and Four.

The Dean Academy is an 11-16 school with approximately 820 students on roll in Lydney, in the beautiful Forest of Dean.  As a local and fully comprehensive school, The Dean Academy is part of the highly successful Athelstan Trust.  We are a school who have been on an incredible journey of rapid improvement and were judged as “good in all areas” in September 2021.  The successful candidate will share the drive and ambition of our dedicated staff in continuing this community of transformation and will be keen to deliver exceptional education in a “school where students thrive”.

The Athelstan Trust is an equal opportunities employer.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in being called for interview, all candidates are expected to apply for an enhanced DBS before appointment is confirmed. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview. Please be aware that you will be subject to an online check and that you may be questioned about the findings of such a check at your interview.

Closing Date: Thursday 11^th December 2025, 12 Noon. Interview date to be confirmed.

Applications will be considered as they are received; we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.