Appointment of Prep School Head of Music (Maternity Cover)
Overview
We looking to recruit an outstanding teacher of Music to act as maternity cover for the period 1 September 2026 - 20 June 2027.
We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic teacher to ensure that all of our children in the Prep School, from 8-13, boarding and day, are able to develop their love for, and skills in, musicianship.
The successful candidate will have an outstanding ability to communicate with children, their parents and staff team members, an enthusiastic and caring attitude with the ability to engage in a warm and supportive way with the children.
They will enjoy making learning about music fun, strive to encourage a real love of learning both in and out of the classroom, and inculcate good musical habits for life.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a commitment to the ethos of the School, a passion for working with children and high standards of professional practice.
Location
Belhaven Hill School
Belhaven Road
Dunbar
East Lothian
EH42 1NN
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
f you are excited by the opportunity of playing such a key role at Belhaven, please download the application form by selecting one of the links in 'Supporting Documents' above.
The following should then be submitted to Ms Isabella Bennett, Bursar, via: bursar@belhavenhill.com:
- Your fully completed application form (please note that you are welcome to submit your CV alongside your completed application form)
- A handwritten covering letter
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Safeguarding and Equal opportunities
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. A copy of the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available to download from the School’s website www.belhavenhill.com. Please take the time to read this document.
It is the policy of this School to employ the best qualified personnel and to provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of their race, colour, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, religion or religious belief, disability or age.
All new appointments are subject to a probationary period of 1 year.
