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    Brighton College is seeking to appoint a Post-Graduate Assistant Teacher of Music for one year from August 2023.

    The music department

    As one of the foremost school music departments in the UK, Brighton has a strong musical tradition. The department consists of three members of academic staff, two Heads of Instrumental Sections, an administrator and a large number of visiting music teachers.

    Housed in our outstanding purpose-built music school, which was completed in 2015, the facilities include a Recital and Rehearsal Hall, a percussion room, individual teaching and practice rooms and a recording suite. In the Gilbert Scott Chapel, there is a fine 3-manual Bishop Pipe Organ and the department also regularly uses other parts of the campus for performance or rehearsal, such as the Great Hall.

    Academically, music is taught throughout Years 7, 8 and 9. There are currently 40 pupils taking the subject at GCSE, and 8 at A-Level and there are aspirations to grow this further. Results in recent years have been excellent, with 100% A*-A at GCSE, 100% A*-A at A-Level.

    Key responsibilities

    The PGAT role is wide-ranging and will enable the post-holder to experience, support and contribute to the wide variety of activity which takes place within the department. Whilst the precise responsibilities would be tailored to the strengths of the successful candidate, it is likely to involve;

    • Teaching and assisting in academic music lessons and covering lessons for absent academic music teachers
    • Assisting with the College Choral Programme; leading sectional rehearsals for both the Chamber and Chapel Choir
    • Leading smaller contemporary vocal ensembles to encourage a lifelong love of singing for our pupils
    • Assisting with musical productions and regular music concerts
    • Being a co-tutor in a boarding house
    • Running some evening activities and/or weekend trips for boarders.

    Safeguarding responsibilities

    • This role will involve daily contact with pupils and you will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
    • All staff and volunteers have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.