Assistant Director of Music at Peponi House Preparatory School

About the Role

Peponi House Preparatory School is seeking a qualified and experienced Assistant Director of Music to join our dynamic music department in Nairobi, Kenya. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate musician and educator to develop and lead music and drama initiatives within a large, well-established preparatory school.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Fully qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent teaching registration) and Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Proven experience as an Assistant Director of Music or full-time Music Teacher in a UK preparatory school or UK-style school setting
• Comprehensive understanding of large, busy music departments with integrated drama
• Strong musician with proficient piano skills for accompanying everyday musical activities and ability to play additional instruments
• Solid experience teaching music in both classroom and instrumental settings
• Demonstrated experience conducting vocal and instrumental groups
• Experience leading orchestras and musical productions
• Experience working with and ideally leading teams of peripatetic teachers
• Strong grounding in music theory
• Evidence of continued professional development and engagement with evidence-based research

Key Competencies

• Passion for all music genres, from classical to contemporary
• Vision and enthusiasm for integrating music and drama across the curriculum
• Ability to design varied, stimulating, and dynamic lessons with thorough preparation
• Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong team worker and motivating communicator
• Leadership qualities with ability to inspire colleagues and students
• Genuine interest in child development and education beyond academics
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection best practices
• Energy, determination, and drive to support student success
• Adaptable, considerate, kind, reliable, enthusiastic, and friendly
• Ability to develop and lead enrichment activities in music and drama

Personal Qualities

You are a professional educator who enjoys working with children and facilitating their success. You demonstrate professionalism across all aspects of your role, coupled with genuine enthusiasm for music education and the potential to advance both music and drama programs within the school.