Head of Visual & Performing Arts (Music Specialism)

About the role

Northfields International School, part of the Inspired Education network, is seeking a dynamic leader to head its Visual & Performing Arts department with a focus on music. The role will shape the artistic curriculum for students aged 18 months to 18 years, fostering creativity, technical skill, and a love for the arts across the school community.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive visual and performing arts programme, emphasizing music education.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of arts teachers and support staff.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate arts learning with the broader academic curriculum.
• Oversee the planning and execution of performances, exhibitions, and community outreach events.
• Manage resources, budgets, and facilities related to the arts department.

Required profile

• Significant experience in visual and performing arts education, preferably with a music specialism.
• Proven leadership and team‑management abilities in an international school setting.
• Strong understanding of curriculum design for primary and secondary learners.
• Commitment to nurturing holistic development and cultural awareness.

Required skills

• Curriculum development for visual and performing arts.
• Music instruction and performance direction.
• Team leadership and staff development.
• Budget and resource management.

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a vibrant arts programme within a globally recognised school network.
• Professional development and career mobility across Inspired Education’s 121 schools.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities, including dedicated studios, labs, and performance spaces.
• Supportive, family‑oriented community in Mauritius.