Music Teacher
| Posting date: | 13 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £36,414 to £53,994 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | IG8 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | School Staff Direct |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 32357-65641 |
Summary
Are you a passionate Music Teacher looking to shape a vibrant and creative curriculum? A secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a full-time Music Teacher to join their team from September 2025.
This permanent role is a fantastic opportunity for a music educator who can inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4 - with the potential for KS5 - and bring performance, theory, and composition to life in the classroom. For a suitably experienced candidate, a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) may also be available.
The school has a rich tradition of musical excellence and offers excellent facilities, a supportive department, and leadership that encourages innovation. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT ready to make your mark, you'll be joining a school that values creativity and community.
You'll deliver engaging lessons, support extra-curricular activities, and play a key role in school performances and cultural life - helping to develop confidence, collaboration, and artistic expression in every student.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan and deliver dynamic Music lessons at KS3 and KS4 (and possibly KS5)
• Foster a love of music through practical performance, composition, and listening skills
• Support and lead extra-curricular opportunities such as ensembles or concerts
• Monitor and assess pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly
• Promote musical excellence within the classroom and across the wider school community
• Work collaboratively within the department and across faculties
• Take on additional responsibility if awarded the TLR
Qualifications and Experience
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching Music in a secondary school
• Strong practical and theoretical music knowledge
• Excellent classroom management and communication
• Confident pianist or accompanist preferred, though not essential
• ECTs welcome - full support and induction provided
• A passion for inclusive arts education and developing student talent
School Staff Direct and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. Sponsorship is not available.
If you're ready to bring harmony to the classroom, apply today.
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