Role: Director of Performing Arts (Music Specialism)
Start date: September 2026
Salary: Leadership Scale: L1-5 (Fringe) King Harold Academy:
Director of Performing Arts (Music Specialism) King Harold Academy (KHA) has a clear, ambitious vision: to be one of the kindest, hardest-working, and highest-achieving schools in the UK. We are a proud community school supported by incredible students, involved parents, and a talented, committed staff. Why Join KHA? KHA is a genuinely lovely place to work. Visitors often remark on the positive energy exuded by our staff and pupils. Our team is deeply committed to mutual professional development and improving our pupils' life chances - a culture you feel the moment you step on site. What our teachers say:
- "KHA is an amazing place to work. It truly is a place where everyone demonstrates kindness, hard work, and ambition."
- "Leaders look after the best interests of both staff and students. Even when the weather is awful, I look forward to my day here."
- "Working here feels like being part of one big family."
The Role:
Director of Performing Arts (Music Specialism) As Director of Performing Arts and a member of our Extended Leadership Team, you will shape the vision for an outstanding department. Leading a determined team of specialists, you will have a profound impact on the quality of Music, Drama, and Dance education. We are looking for an experienced Music practitioner driven to build an exceptional curriculum and a vibrant co-curricular programme.
The successful candidate will be:
- Aligned with our values: Kind, hard-working, and ambitious.
- An Expert Practitioner: Proven track record of KS4 examination outcomes in Music
- A Visionary Leader: Ability to motivate colleagues and develop a highly ambitious curriculum.
- Resilient: A solutions-focused, ‘no excuses’ mindset with a desire to progress their career.
Benefits of TKAT As part of the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), you will benefit from:
- Extensive professional development and multi-academy career opportunities.
- Flexible working options where possible.
- A dedicated focus on staff wellbeing.
How to Apply Download an application pack at www.kha-tkat.org. Please send completed forms to Mrs. Campbell at [email protected]. To arrange an informal conversation with the Headteacher prior to applying, please contact Mrs. Campbell. Note: CVs are only accepted alongside a fully completed application form.
Closing date: Monday 29th June 2026 (Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to this date)
Interviews: Monday 29th June 2026 King Harold Academy is committed to the protection and safety of its students and the successful candidate will be subject to DBS, Barred List and two reference checks as part of the School’s Safeguarding Procedures. The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post in accordance with the Immigration Act 2016.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
