Position Profile

Responsible to: Head of Music

Salary: Self-employed, hourly rate £36

Working Pattern: To be negotiated with Head of Music

Start Date: As soon as possible

Our mission at Bristol Cathedral Choir School is to harness the power of our community, so that we all learn, grow and develop into the best versions of ourselves. This is because at BCCS we are: Gathered together, that all may thrive. We do this by living out our three core values in all that we say and do. These are: Kindness, Courage and Hope.

Applications are invited from charismatic, enthusiastic and suitably qualified teachers for this exciting post specialising in teaching Pop, Rock and Jazz. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, as we seek to ensure our staff body reflects the diversity of our student population. Applicants should hold the equivalent of a teaching diploma, or a Conservatoire/University performance degree qualification, or have a proven track record of excellence.

Bristol Cathedral Choir School is an academy that specialises in Music. The academy became part of the Cathedral Schools Trust (a Multi Academy Trust) in 2016. It serves students from all over Bristol and welcomes those of all faiths and none. We are proud of our diverse, tolerant and respectful community, which reflects Bristol’s demographic.

With a comprehensive intake, students present with a large range of additional educational needs. The proportion of students with an EHCP is well above the national average. Similarly the school welcomes a significant number of children who are looked after or previously looked after.

The Sixth Form has approximately 425 students, many of whom join in Year 12 from other schools. Levels of attainment are high. The majority of students progress to university, including Russell group institutions and Oxbridge.

As part of Cathedral Schools Trust, we are able to offer a coherent and high quality provision of continuing professional development. This includes a comprehensive programme for newly and recently qualified teachers, as well as catering for more experienced colleagues to support career progression.

BCCS is a special place, dedicated to meeting the needs and aspirations of all our students. We are rich in history, but forward looking. Academic and committed to educating the whole child. Unashamedly values driven, with passionate, talented and enthusiastic staff and governors, united by our mission to be ‘Gathered together, that all may thrive’. A school in the heart of Bristol, for all of Bristol. For those who share our values and beliefs, this is an exciting time to join us in our journey to transform lives through education.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a self-employed position with approximately 4/5 hours work per week at a rate of £36 per hour, teaching individual and small groups of students. The work could expand as the Trust grows and for the right candidate could include our feeder primary school CPS.

SELECTION PROCESS

Appointment by interview and trial lesson, which will be held in person (details will follow to shortlisted candidates).

METHOD OF APPLICATION

To apply please use the online application form, accessible through our school website and ETeach.

Informal enquiries can be made to the music administrator, Ms Ines Ouaknine who can be contacted on iouaknine(at)bristolcathedral.org.uk

Applications should be received as soon as possible and by midnight Sunday 4th February 2024.

Please note that we will only consider applications through iTrent and will not consider CVs. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The post is subject to satisfactory completion of all vetting checks including the provision of two strong references and an enhanced DBS check.

At Bristol Cathedral Choir School we recognise the strength in diversity. Our school has a wide range of cultural, socio economic and religious influences and we use this to ensure that we broaden our understanding of each other and the world.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The trust is proud to serve a diverse student population and their communities. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Due to the high levels of applications for roles at BCCS, we are unable to register receipt of applications. Candidates will be contacted if they are successfully shortlisted for an interview. If you have not heard from us by the interview date, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We reserve the right to appoint before the deadline for an exceptional candidate.