Summary

Join St Joseph’s College as our new Director of Music and lead the strategic development of a thriving, ambitious music programme.

Detail

We require a new Director of Music who will hold a pivotal leadership role responsible for the overall development of all matters relating to music from September 2026.

The successful candidate will be able to uphold the College’s strong reputation for musical excellence and be responsible for shaping the next chapter and strategy for music at the College. You will be responsible for curriculum development and leading a team of teachers to maintain high teaching and performance standards. You will have a passion for music, be able to nurture students’ love for the subject and have experience of teaching music at KS3 - KS5.

This is an exciting time to become part of our dynamic team. Situated in the heart of Reading, St Joseph’s College is the leading independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 in Berkshire.

For us, success is about more than just exam results or awards. We celebrate each pupil as an individual, and aspire for them to leave St Joseph’s as mature and confident citizens, ready to tackle life head on with energy and vigour. For further details about the school please visit our website https://www.sjcr.org.uk/job-vacancies/ or contact the HR & Recruitment Officer.

Applicants for this post need to complete the application form and return it together with a covering letter to recruitment@sjcr.org.uk or alternatively sent by post to Mrs Guest, HR & Recruitment Officer, St Joseph’s College, Upper Redlands Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5JT. Electronic application is encouraged and preferred.

Closing date: 9am, Friday 17 April 2026

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and the vacancy will close once suitable applicants are appointed.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Documents

• Director of Music March 2026 2 (1) (1) PDF Document