Kimichi School |

Kimichi School is an independent, music-led specialist school in Acocks Green, Birmingham, serving pupils aged 9–18. Founded to provide high-quality, creative education, Kimichi combines outstanding musical provision with a broad, balanced academic curriculum, small class sizes and strong pastoral care. The school’s performance programme—regular concerts, recitals and composition opportunities—gives students practical experience and confidence, while partnerships with local ensembles and community projects extend learning beyond the classroom.

Kimichi is committed to widening access through scholarships and bursaries and to serving its local community. The school operates from Eastbourne House, 111 Yardley Road, and maintains an active public profile including a regularly updated website and social media presence that celebrates student achievement and school events. Ofsted rated Kimichi Good with Outstanding in Behaviour in its most recent inspection (27 February 2024).

Staff benefit from a supportive, collegiate environment with structured mentorship, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to lead curriculum and performance initiatives. If you’re passionate about music and education and want to make a visible difference in a close‑knit, mission-driven school, Kimichi offers a stimulating and rewarding place to grow your career.We are introducing a small, nurturing boarding provision for up to 20 pupils and are seeking warm, compassionate live‑in House Parents to lead it. This involves day‑to‑day pastoral care, create a safe, homely environment that supports wellbeing and study, oversee routines and enrichment activities, liaise with families and staff, and uphold safeguarding standards. This is a hands‑on role ideal for confident practitioners who value close relationships with students and relish shaping a supportive residential community; a competitive package and staff support are offered.