• 1. Curriculum Planning and Delivery:

• Plan and teach a progressive music curriculum covering performance, composition, music production, music theory, creativity and cultural understanding.

• Develop practical, career-connected music experiences, including performance, composition, music production and industry-related projects.

• Collaborate with CP staff to connect music learning with approved career-related studies and CP core experiences where appropriate.

• Design authentic learning opportunities that develop students' technical, creative and professional skills in music-related fields.

• 2. Teaching and Learning:

• Provide engaging individual and group experiences through instrumental music, ensembles, improvisation, composition, music production and music technology.

• Differentiate teaching for varied abilities, musical backgrounds and language needs, while promoting student agency, collaboration and independent practice.

• Incorporate project-based and practical learning approaches that encourage students to apply musical knowledge and skills in real-world contexts.

• 3. Assessment and Student Progress:

• Use meaningful formative and summative assessments to evaluate practical skills, creative processes, technical development and professional behaviours.

• Support students in developing reflective, project-based evidence of their musical growth and achievement.

• Provide timely, constructive feedback and guide students in building performance, composition or music production portfolios.

• 4. Performances and Co-curricular Activities:

• Organise rehearsals, concerts, assemblies, ensembles, musical productions and other performance opportunities across the school.

• Support student-led music projects, performances and creative productions that encourage practical experience and professional development.

• Promote safe and responsible use of instruments, rehearsal spaces, sound equipment and music technology, following safeguarding and health-and-safety policies.

• 5. Student Support:

• Develop musical confidence, discipline, resilience, teamwork and expressive skills through supportive coaching and constructive feedback.

• Encourage students to explore music-related interests, career pathways and opportunities for further study or professional development.

• Support students in building creative portfolios and developing practical skills relevant to music-related industries.

• 6. Community Engagement:

• Communicate student achievement and progress clearly with parents, colleagues and relevant programme leaders.

• Contribute to school celebrations, cultural events, visiting artist opportunities and outreach performances as appropriate.

• Explore opportunities for students to engage with musicians, creative professionals and community organisations through practical projects and performances.

• 7. Cross-Curricular Collaboration:

• Work with CP colleagues to connect music practice with authentic briefs, career exploration, professional skills and community engagement.

• Collaborate with other subject teachers and programme leaders to develop interdisciplinary projects and real-world learning experiences.

• Support connections between music education, creative industries and career-related learning where appropriate.

• 8. Professional Collaboration and Development:

• Collaborate with other Music and Performing Arts staff to maintain a coherent, ambitious and inclusive music programme.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant IB CP guidance, contemporary music education, safeguarding, music production and emerging music technologies.

• Engage in professional learning related to applied music, career-related education and creative industry practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Education, Performance, Composition, Music Production or a related field; a master's degree is an advantage.

• Recognised teaching qualification and relevant school-based music teaching experience.

• Experience in applied music, ensemble direction, composition, music production or music-industry projects; familiarity with the IB CP or career-related education is desirable.

• Strong practical musicianship and confidence in leading rehearsals, performances and collaborative creative projects.

• Competence in using music software, digital audio workstations, recording equipment and other relevant music technologies.

• Ability to develop practical, project-based learning experiences that connect musical skills with professional and industry contexts.

• Excellent classroom management, communication, organisation and inclusive teaching skills in a multicultural school environment.

• Strong commitment to student safeguarding, wellbeing, intercultural understanding and the IB learner profile.