Alpha Trust

MPR/UPR + TLR 2b Closing date: 09:00 Monday 23 February 2026 Required: March 2025 We have a unique opportunity to appoint a dynamic and innovative Head of Music to lead teaching and learning in Music at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. Part-time or full-time candidates will be considered. Our students are high achievers who are focused, hardworking and self motivated; many go on to further study at top universities. Progress 8 in 2024 was an outstanding +0.99, ranking the school as one of the highest achieving state schools in the country. Colchester County High School for Girls is a selective girls' grammar school and lead school for Alpha Trust. This school is a stimulating and friendly environment to work in, with an established programme of staff induction, training and development opportunities across Alpha Trust and Alpha Teacher Development. We are an outward facing establishment committed to professional development and teacher led action research. This is an amazing environment in which to teach and learn; creativity and innovation abound! Colchester County High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. All applications must be on the school application form and supported by a covering letter, addressed to the Executive Principal, outlining suitability for the post.

A leading educational trust in Colchester is seeking a Head of Music to lead teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. This role offers flexible part-time or full-time options. The successful candidate will guide high-achieving students in a supportive environment where innovation and creativity are encouraged. A thorough commitment to staff development is emphasized, with the aim of fostering excellence in music education. Applications should be submitted using the designated form, accompanied by a letter outlining the applicant's suitability for the role.