Director of Music

Lodge Park Academy is now recruiting for a Director of Music.

Lodge Park Academy is looking to appoint an outstanding music teacher to become the school’s Director of Music. Working for one of the UK’s leading multi-academy trusts for music, the post offers the opportunity to develop a vibrant music programme across the school, local community and music hub.

If you are ambitious and inspirational musician and musical leader and want to be part of the journey as this amazing school develops into an exciting new phase of its life, then we want to hear from you.

Our Trust

Providing our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About our Academy

Lodge Park Academy is an 11-19 Secondary school in Corby, Northamptonshire with approx. 1000 students on roll. Serving local families since 1963, Lodge Park Academy sits at the heart of our community. With a strong emphasis on sport, and the arts, we provide a broad, compelling, knowledge-rich curriculum alongside meticulous pastoral care to ensure all children are able to flourish and achieve. Lodge Park Academy is a unique school with a strong history. We serve a disadvantaged demographic, so our intake will always pose challenges. However, we firmly believe we have the greatest students on earth: they are funny, generous, and kind – we call it #LPAspirit.

We operate on a #FamilyFirst basis, which means that you and your family’s physical, mental, and emotional health and wellbeing comes first. We all want to do the best job we can, but we can only do that if we feel valued, safe, and happy. We care deeply for our staff. We are #TeamLPA.

Please visit www.lodgeparkacademy.co.uk for more details.

Salary & Benefits

• £46,548-£50,122 (L3-6)
• Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Benefits Platform – including discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more…
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please us the ‘apply now’ tab.

Interviews will be held on 15th May 2023.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates’ details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.