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ROLE SUMMARY:

The British School of Bahrain is committed to providing a high-quality, international education for students in the Kingdom of Bahrain. We are a selective, coeducational, independent Nursery-through-Year 13 school. Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with some adaptations to the local context and offers IGCSE and A-Level/BTEC examinations. While the language of academic instruction is English, we are a truly international school, and our pupils and staff come from over 82 different nationalities. The school has 2900 students on roll aged 3-18, it has a warm feel to it, and there is a sense of fun. Most importantly, our students are a joy to teach.

The Music Department is a thriving and ambitious part of the school, overseen by the Deputy Head Whole School and managed by the Director of Music. The Music Department also includes a Lead Teacher of Music, five academic music teachers, two full-time instrumental tutors, and a team of visiting instrumental tutors. The department encourages both students and teachers to actively engage in music within the classroom and the wider school community.

We are seeking an outstanding and experienced Head of Instrumental Music to start in August 2025. The successful candidate will be an accomplished instrumental musician capable of tutoring piano students from beginner to Diploma level. Piano accompaniment is an essential part of this role. Experience in managing student enrollments in performance exams (Trinity College London and ABRSM) would be advantageous.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching & Tutoring

• Provide a minimum of 25 hours of instrumental lessons per week.
• Tutor students and piano (one-to-one).
• Run weekly after-school ECAs for the Music Department.
• Accompany students on the piano for concerts, assemblies, performance exams and competitions.
• Coordinate the termly Beginners Concerts and Tuneful Tuesdays in collaboration with the Director of Music.
• Jointly run the weekly Live Lounge sessions with the Director of Music in order to showcase the instrumental students and build student enrollment.
• Encourage students to set goals and explore diverse repertoire.

Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and oversee a team of instrumental music tutors.
• Coordinate the timetabling of instrumental lessons.
• Serve as the primary contact for parents regarding instrumental and vocal lessons.
• Expand the instrumental programme by increasing student enrolment and introducing new ensemble opportunities.
• Support and mentor peripatetic tutors, providing feedback and training as needed. Implementing feedback from the Trinity College examiners will feature in this feedback for improvement.
• Collate and submit performance exams on the Trinity College Portal during the exam diets as agreed upon with the Director of Music.

Performance & Development

• Organise and facilitate student performances, competitions, and masterclasses.
• Actively participate in musical performances alongside students and staff.
• Organise instrumental demonstrations to maintain student engagement.
• Foster ensemble participation and establish new ensembles as needed.
• Provide coaching to the team of instrumental tutors to support them in successful presentation of their students in performance exams.
• Observe the team of instrumental tutors to monitor performance and provide guidance. Written feedback will be provided to the instrumental teacher and Director of Music.

Administrative & Professional Duties

• Maintain accurate student progress records.
• Monitor student and tutor attendance to peripatetic classes.
• Liaise with Head of Academies on peripatetic tutor payroll.
• Manage equipment inventory and ensure instrument care.
• Coordinate and facilitate ABRSM/Trinity examination entries.
• Keep up to date with industry trends, CPD, and innovative teaching methods.
• Work collaboratively with the Whole School Music Department, attending meetings, concerts, and performances.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Place the individual child at the centre of everything that they do.
• A passion for achieving high levels of learning and a team player
• Prioritise happiness, enjoyment and a sense of fun in their work and lessons.
• A relevant degree, PGCE or BEd or the equivalent.
• The ability to teach Piano to Diploma level is essential and the ability to teach a second instrument is desirable.
• A passion for their subject and pedagogical development.
• Proven ensemble leadership, and instrumental and vocal programme
• High expectations and aspirations for all students.
• A demonstratable commitment to the overall development of young people.
• An Enhanced Disclosure/DBS/ACRO Police Check or equivalent, and who is committed to the welfare of all children.

To be considered for this position, you will need to meet our qualifications and experience requirements.

In return, we offer an attractive expatriate remuneration package, including a competitive tax-free salary, housing allowance, health insurance, annual flight and relocation assistance.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Our School is part of the Inspired Education Group

The British School of Bahrain has an international reputation for pastoral excellence and academic success combined with exceptional co-curricular achievements. The School is a supportive, collegial and ambitious environment that maintains its sense of fun and happiness.

The British School of Bahrain was established in Adliya in 1995 to provide a British education within Bahrain. We were founded as a school with a family feel that supported individual students through outstanding pastoral care. Over the last 25 years, some elements, including our location, have changed, but our philosophy to treat every child as an individual and make them feel part of our family is still at our core. The British School of Bahrain benefits considerably from being a proud member of Inspired, a leading global schools group operating on five continents with over 110 schools worldwide. By being a member of Inspired, the British School of Bahrain is able to access partnerships and programmes which individual schools cannot access

At its core, BSB prides itself on its caring environment in which every student is able to grow personally and academically into the leaders of the future. As a school, we strive to achieve the very best outcomes for students in all areas of school life through genuine, personalised education.

While BSB follows a British National Curriculum model, it is a truly international school that derives its identity from both the wonderful country of Bahrain and the large extensive range of nationalities (90) that make up our School. The School prides itself on its close relationship with its parents, and we work collaboratively to create a nurturing environment that allows every student to fulfil their potential. The British School of Bahrain’s credo is to place the student at the centre of their own education, as expressed in the school’s vision: Excellence, Responsibility, Individuality.

Executive Head of School

Liz Stanley

Vision and School Ethos

The British School of Bahrain (BSB) is a proud member of the Inspired group of schools and aims to continue to be the leading school in Bahrain, offering a world-class education, rooted in character-forming values while maintaining the schools’ positive student-centred ethos.

We aspire to continue to be a dynamic school that students, staff, parents and alumni are proud to be associated with. The school will continue to guarantee the highest possible pastoral and academic development for students who aspire to be global leaders in their chosen field. BSB will maintain its ethos of innovation and the achievement of high academic results through added value and will achieve this while maintaining the school’s personal feel and prioritising the happiness of all BSB community members.