Company: St Alban’s College
Location: 110 Clearwater Road, Lynnwood Glen, Pretoria, South Africa
Closing Date: 5 November 2025
Apply Link: hr@stalbanscollege.com
🌐 www.stalbanscollege.com
Position Details
Job Title: Director of Music
Reports To: Director of Arts
Employment Type: Full-time
Commencement Date: 1 January 2026
Position Summary
St Alban’s College, one of South Africa’s leading independent boys’ high schools, seeks to appoint a Director of Music. This senior leadership role oversees the strategic direction, administration, and artistic vision of the Music Department, ensuring excellence in both academic (IEB) and co-curricular music programmes.
The successful candidate will lead a vibrant department that fosters a lifelong passion for music, cultural enrichment, and artistic excellence across the College.
Key Responsibilities
1. Academic & Curriculum Leadership
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Teach IEB Music from Grades 8–12 with creativity and expertise.
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Lead curriculum development and integrate music technology, composition, and music history.
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Promote Music as an engaging and high-achieving academic subject.
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Use tools like Sibelius, Logic Pro, and other recording software effectively.
2. Ensemble & Performance Direction
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Direct and conduct the College’s major ensembles (big band, orchestra, and choirs).
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Oversee co-curricular programmes and student performances.
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Manage music at College events such as Chapel services, Speech Day, and Carol Services.
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Promote participation in Eisteddfods, festivals, and external examinations.
3. Departmental Management & Strategy
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Lead and inspire the Music Department with clear goals and vision.
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Manage a team of peripatetic music staff and departmental budgets.
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Oversee the maintenance of instruments, facilities, and event logistics.
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Plan and manage internal and external music events, including tours.
4. Community Engagement & Marketing
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Drive music-related marketing and PR initiatives.
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Develop community music projects and strengthen ties with parents, alumni, and media.
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Encourage Old Boys’ involvement in music activities.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
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Be passionate about music and capable of inspiring young musicians.
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Be a strategic thinker with strong leadership and organizational skills.
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Have excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
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Demonstrate a commitment to student growth and holistic education.
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Uphold and embody the ethos and values of St Alban’s College.
Qualifications & Experience
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Bachelor of Music degree (or higher) and a professional teaching qualification.
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SACE registration (essential).
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Proven success in teaching the IEB Music Syllabus up to Grade 12.
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Experience conducting and arranging for large ensembles (orchestra/big band).
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Proficiency in music technology and Google Workspace.
Application Process
Submit your letter of application and CV (max two pages) via email to:
📧 hr@stalbanscollege.com
Subject Line: MUSIC26
Additional Information
If you do not hear from the College within three weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
St Alban’s College is committed to POPIA compliance and will safeguard personal information during the recruitment process.
“It takes a school with vision to prepare a young man for life.”