Head of Music

Job description / Role

We are looking to appoint outstanding Head of Music for a September 2024 start.

- Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
- Work closely with the Executive leadership team to establish effective and globally relevant practices of learning & teaching. Implement the schools vision for quality in the school linked with the GEMS expectation of excellent education.
- Integrate GEMS core values into the planning and delivery of all curricular and co-curricular lessons and activities.
- Develop minimum learning outcomes for all subjects and set benchmarks to raise standards.
- Help staff develop professionally and meet time-based school improvement targets.
- Conduct needs-based lesson observations / lesson appraisal and provide focused effective feedback in order to meet school targets.
- Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
- Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.

Requirements

Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) - Measurable
- Quality of learning & teaching across the school is judged against the GEMS Educational Standards
- Effective teamwork with all levels of teaching staff.
- Students demonstrate clear learning outcomes across all levels.
- Success in co- curricular activities

About the Company

GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.