The English School, Kuwait is excited to announce the search for a Head of Music to lead our thriving music program.
With the current incumbent moving on, this role presents a unique opportunity for a dedicated and creative leader to shape and expand a cornerstone of our school’s culture.
We are looking for someone who will ignite a passion for music in our students, elevate the quality of our ensembles and performances, and continue building a music program that enriches both our school and the broader community.
The Head of Music will have a proven track record of outstanding teaching and learning, a passion for music and a sound knowledge of the music curriculum. They should have good interpersonal and communication skills in order to be able to continue to raise standards in their subject area, including leading those who teach music out of specialism.
We invite you to review our Applicant Information Pack for a full overview of our School and the role.
The successful applicant will join our team for the start of the 2025/2026 academic year.
Whether you’re considering your first overseas role or bring a wealth of international experience, Kuwait offers an opportunity that could positively shape your life forever.
There’s something special about working at TES, and Kuwait’s unique charm only adds to the experience, making it a place you’ll find hard to leave.
***Female applicants : please note an important point regarding residency and sponsorship in Kuwait. Currently, women are not permitted to sponsor dependents. This means you would not be able to sponsor a husband or children for residency in Kuwait.
Conversely, a husband could also explore employment opportunities in Kuwait, and if successful, he would be able to obtain his own residency and then sponsor children.
We understand this may be a significant consideration, so we wish to be fully transparent at the point of application.
The English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As per our Safer Recruitment Policy, applicants must be prepared to undergo stringent child protection screening including, but not limited to, checks with past employers and criminal records checks.