Director of Music

About the job

Winchester College has an enviable reputation for the high quality of its music and inspiring young people. Music has been central to life at Winchester ever since its foundation, and the school is unique in having maintained its Choral Foundation to the present day. The Music Department is now one of the leading departments in the country, and offers outstanding opportunities to all.  

We are looking to appoint an outstanding candidate with the enthusiasm, energy and ambition to enhance our offer further and lead a new phase in the school’s musical history. 

The successful candidate will be a member of the School’s Senior Management Team, contributing to the strategic and operational life of both the Music Department and the wider School.

Winchester College’s music provision is offered within the context of an all-round co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 13-18.

Situated in the heart of Winchester, there are few schools in the world which can claim to be as historic, distinguished and beautiful as Winchester College.  This unparalleled combination attracts pupils from across the world, making Winchester a truly international and diverse community which celebrates every pupil’s individuality, passions and potential.

The successful applicant will be provided with accommodation in College, if they wish it, and will receive a competitive package of remuneration.

The post will commence in September 2022

We look forward to appointing a candidate of the highest calibre to build on our already excellent reputation and one which will ensure we remain at the forefront of music education and provision.   

Closing date: Thursday 4 November 2021

Interviews are expected to take place in late November and early December.

Early applications are encouraged, and the school reserves the right to close the application process early should a suitable candidate be found.

Safeguarding

Winchester College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and obtaining an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate.

 

Further information

Further information about the school can be found at www.winchestercollege.org.

For an informal discussion about this role please email Rebecca Meads, rm@wincoll.ac.uk. 

 

Applications

For full details on the above post and to apply please click here.

Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted.  Please attach a full CV and covering letter with your application, which should be received by noon on Thursday 4 November 2021.

Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.