Bradley Banister
Stratford-Upon-Avon,Warwickshire
Summary
Accomplished music educator with extensive expertise in music technology, music performance and theory, dedicated to enhancing, improving and maximising student outcomes at all levels. Proficient keyboard player with a comprehensive collection of resources in performance, composition, appraising, and music theory to maximise student success. Currently serving as a moderator for the Eduqas exam board, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining high educational standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of music
Southam College
Southam, Warwickshire
2025.09 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with parents and guardians through consistent communication about pupil achievements.
- Orchestrated diverse ranges of school concerts, showcasing student talent both at school and internationally.
- Spearheaded curriculum development to enhance students' understanding of music theory.
- Fostering positive learning environments through effective classroom management techniques.
- Provided pastoral care for pupils, promoting their overall well-being and confidence in musical abilities.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating modern technology in lessons.
- Established partnerships with local arts organisations for increased performance opportunities.
- Led professional development sessions for teachers to improve music education practices.
- Developed department budget plans, maximising available resources for teaching and equipment needs.
- Instituted regular assessment methods to track pupil progress in musical proficiency.
- Nurtured young musicians with personalised instruction methodologies.
- Oversaw instrument maintenance and acquisition, ensuring optimal resources for teaching.
- Enhanced the department's public profile by arranging community music events.
- Managed departmental administrative tasks such as timetabling and report writing.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for school band performances, broadening cultural experiences.
- Explored innovative ways to teach complex music concepts, making them accessible to all learners.
- Championed diversity in music selection, exposing students to a wide range of genres and cultures.
- Maintained up-to-date music education knowledge, enhancing current and future performances in line with contemporary industry trends.
Lead Teacher of Music
Tudor Grange Academy Worcester
Worcester, Worcestershire
2023.01 - 2025.07
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practice strategies within educational settings.
- Participated in continuing professional development courses for up-to-date educational practices and policies.
- Served as mentor for new teachers, aiding their transition into the role smoothly.
- Achieved a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations for behaviour.
- Provided individualised support, resulting in improved student performance.
- Utilised formative assessments, facilitating personalised instruction approaches for students' needs.
- Reinforced school values amongst students through daily interactions and teachings.
- Facilitated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's academic progress and behavioural issues.
- Enhanced student engagement with innovative lesson planning.
- Developed teaching strategies by incorporating technology into the curriculum.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, ensuring a conducive learning atmosphere.
- Demonstrated subject expertise to ensure comprehensive knowledge coverage.
- Maintained open communication channels with parents for consistent feedback on child's progress.
- Adapted teaching methods to cater for varied learning styles and abilities.
- Planned curriculum delivery to achieve department attainment targets.
- Reflected varied abilities when organising and delivering lessons and additional learning support.
Head of Music
Aylesford School, Warwick
Warwick, Warwickshire
2015.09 - 2022.12
- Advocated for the importance of music education within the wider school community, fostering appreciation and support.
- Oversaw instrument maintenance and acquisition, ensuring optimal resources for teaching.
- Orchestrating diverse ranges of school concerts, showcasing student talent.
- Championed diversity in music selection, exposing students to a wide range of genres and cultures.
- Explored innovative ways to teach complex music concepts, making them accessible to all learners.
- Directed extracurricular activities for developing students' performing skills.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating modern technology in lessons.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Provided pastoral care for pupils, promoting their overall well-being and confidence in musical abilities.
- Developed department budget plans, maximising available resources for teaching and equipment needs.
- Managed departmental administrative tasks such as timetabling and report writing.
- Spearheaded curriculum development to enhance students' understanding of music theory.
- Nurtured young musicians with personalised instruction methodologies.
Education
PGCE - Secondary Education
Birmingham City University
Birmingham 2009.09 - 2010.06
Bachelor of Arts - Popular Music
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton 2006.09 - 2009.06
BTEC Level 3 - Popular Music Performance
North Warwickshire and Hinckley College
Hinckley, Leicestershire 2004.09 - 2006.07
Skills
- Proficient keyboard player
- Advanced skills in Music Technology
- Excellent music theory knowledge
- Vast experience in raising attainment at GCSE level
- Wide array of resources in performance, composition, appraising and music theory to maximise success
- Currently moderating for Eduqas exam board
Affiliations
- I am a professional musician and have been working in the music business for 20 years. I have been fortunate to work with many different musicians and acts from wedding and functions bands to lounge piano to headlining festivals and touring the UK. My passion, professionalism and dedication has led me to work with high profile acts such as previous X-Factor finalists and film actors as well as performing in high profile locations such as headlining Trafalgar Square, NEC, Houses of Parliament, premier league football grounds, Birmingham Symphony Hall to name a few!
Timeline
Head of music
Southam College
2025.09 - Current
Lead Teacher of Music
Tudor Grange Academy Worcester
2023.01 - 2025.07
Head of Music
Aylesford School, Warwick
2015.09 - 2022.12
PGCE - Secondary Education
Birmingham City University
2009.09 - 2010.06
Bachelor of Arts - Popular Music
University of Wolverhampton
2006.09 - 2009.06
BTEC Level 3 - Popular Music Performance
North Warwickshire and Hinckley College
2004.09 - 2006.07