Head of Brass

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational musician as Eton College’s next Head of Brass.

The Head of Brass will oversee all teaching and ensembles relating to brass and will have line management responsibility for 9 Visiting Music Teachers. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Music, the holder of this post will work alongside other Heads of Section to ensure the smooth running of the department's cocurricular provision.

Please note that this is a part time position. Whilst there is currently no one-to-one brass teaching as part of this position, it is expected that the Head of Brass will further expand the number of brass players in the school and go on to include instrumental teaching as part of their role (though this will depend on their instrumental specialism). If the role were to include teaching in the future, the salary for the role would be uplifted accordingly.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Develop and enhance brass playing throughout the College at all levels of ability.
Manage and lead a team of 6 brass teachers, carrying out reviews and supporting them to develop their teaching practice and pedagogy. The Head of Brass also line manages the Bagpipe, Accordion and Indian Classical Music teachers.
Appoint new teachers to their section when positions become available (in consultation with the Deputy Director of Music).
Allocate all students who wish to study brass to the various teachers in the department.
Assist all teachers, students and parents with any brass-related queries.
Allocate pupils to ensembles.
Organise the annual brass competition and occasional masterclasses and educational collaborations.
Attract outstanding brass players to apply for Music Scholarships.
Play a key role in the Music Scholarship audition panel.
Oversee the maintenance of any school-owned brass instruments.
Attend one Symphony Orchestra rehearsal per week and lead brass sectional rehearsals.