Head of Music Basic

About the school

Millfield Preparatory School is located in Glastonbury, Somerset. Music lies at the heart of life at the school, with a dynamic department that celebrates creativity, performance and excellence. Pupils benefit from a rich curriculum, an extensive co-curricular programme and a wide range of performance opportunities, all within a culture that champions participation and high achievement.

The school offers outstanding facilities, a talented and committed staff team, and a supportive environment where innovation and collaboration are actively encouraged. Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. It is a community that celebrates diversity, supporting pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The role

Millfield Preparatory School is seeking an exceptional and inspirational Head of Music from January 2027 to lead its vibrant and ambitious music programme. The successful candidate will provide clear strategic leadership across both academic and co-curricular music, building on a thriving and well-established provision. They will inspire a culture of creativity and inclusivity, ensuring that every pupil is supported to develop confidence, musicality and a lifelong love of music.

The role offers the opportunity to shape a forward-thinking department within a school that values ambition, individuality and excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Provide clear strategic leadership across both academic and co-curricular music
• Build on a thriving and well-established music provision
• Inspire a culture of creativity and inclusivity
• Ensure every pupil is supported to develop confidence, musicality and a lifelong love of music

Requirements

• Dynamic and experienced leader with a compelling vision for music education
• Ability to inspire pupils and colleagues alike
• Deep commitment to holistic pupil development and wellbeing

Benefits & package

• Outstanding facilities
• Talented and committed staff team
• Supportive environment where innovation and collaboration are actively encouraged

How to apply

Closing date: Noon on Friday, 11th September 2026. Applications will be considered on receipt, and the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.

Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob.