Job Description

Purpose of Role

We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced music and drama teacher to join our dynamic teaching team to provide quality teaching and learning for our students.  The music and drama teacher will be responsible for teaching instrumental techniques, scales, sight reading, and music theory. He/ She will also join a dynamic Creative and Performing Arts Department and will take a central role in preparing students for school-wide drama and musical performances.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach music and drama skills to students including voice, tone, tempo and rhythm skills.
• Train, rehearse and lead students in school and community musical programs.
• Conduct music classes according IPC themes.
• Develop and maintain an effective music educational program for students.
• Schedule daily classes to instruct and rehearse within the assigned time.
• Understand potentials and skills of each student and guide individual student according to their skills.
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback and assistance to improve their musical skills.
• Maintain lesson plans and instructional materials for students.
• Recommend maintenances and repairs for musical instruments when necessary.
• Maintain student behavioural standards to ensure productive and disciplined environment during group rehearsals, practices, and performances.
• Collaborate with school community to organise musical programs for civic functions and school productions.
• Monitor students in and out of the classrooms.
• Maintain safe and positive learning environment for students.
• Participate in curriculum development programs, student activities and faculty committees.
• Attend educational workshops, training and professional improvement programs to maintain professional competence.
• Maintain student grading and attendance records.
• Evaluate student progress and ensure that students complete daily assignments.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Possess at least a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Bachelor’s degree with a post graduate qualification in teaching
• Possess either a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Music, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Classical Music or Batchelor of Contemporary Music
• A minimum of 2 years teaching experience
• Plays a musical instrument
• Able to teach Music and Drama up to and including IGCSE, or a similar level curriculum
• Patient, responsible and passionate about teaching
• Computer literate with good interpersonal communication skills
• A team player and flexible to meet the needs of the department
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

ISP Leadership Competencies 

• You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.
• Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
• Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
• Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
• Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
• Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
• Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
• Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
• Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.
• Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.
• Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.
• Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
• Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.
• Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.
• Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.