Do you believe every child and young person deserves access to high quality music education, no matter their background or ability?

If yes, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Subject Co-ordinator to join us and help deliver high quality music education to children and young people across Southwark.

About the role:

This role sits at the heart of our commitment to the National Plan for Music Education, ensuring music remains accessible, engaging and inclusive for all learners.

Working closely with the Curriculum Manager, you will support the management and delivery of the Southwark Music Curriculum Partnership Programme, overseeing tutors and schools to ensure consistent, high-quality provision.

A key focus of the role will be managing and developing music education for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and SEND provision, acting as the primary point of contact for tutors and schools in these areas.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Curriculum Manager in delivering the Curriculum Partnership Programme, including tutor recruitment, training and management.
• Building and strengthening relationships with Lead Schools and organising CPD sessions for staff.
• Managing the organisation of EYFS and SEND music provision, including delivering training, leading projects and events and facilitating peer/nurture groups.
• Overseeing the Southwark Sings initiative and maintaining the sensory resource base.
• Keeping up to date with the latest developments in music education and contributing to the design of new initiatives and resources.

This is a rewarding opportunity to shape the musical experiences of young people across Southwark and to play a key role in our community.

About you:

You will be passionate about the power of music to inspire, include and transform the lives of young people. With strong communication and organisational skills, you will be confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, from schools and tutors to children and their families.

Ideally, you’ll bring experience in music education, particularly with EYFS and SEND provision and a commitment to delivering inclusive and creative learning opportunities.

You’ll also be proactive, flexible and collaborative and able to manage projects while inspiring others to achieve excellence.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering a diverse, positive and inclusive working environment. Come and join us!

Additional information:

• This is a 7-month fixed-term, part-time position (3 days per week,term time only).
• An enhanced DBS check is required.
• Salary: £41,580 - £47,628 (Pro rata for part time staff)
• Learn more about Southwark Music: https://

Contact information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gordon Maguire via email at .uk

Benefits and more information:

https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/

Recruitment timeline:

• Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 28th September 2025
• Shortlisting date/s: Thursday 2nd October 2025
• Interview date/s: From Thursday 9th October 2025

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

About Southwark:

We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises, and we have a young, diverse and growing population.

At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.?Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.

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• Subject Co-ordinator – Job Description & Person Specification