Music Teachers

Posting date:	28 January 2026
Salary:	£140 to £150 per day
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	27 February 2026
Location:	Islington, London, N1 1XR
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Step Teachers Ltd
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	MP223498CT3103-A476712-28012026

Summary

Music Teacher – Daily supply, starting as soon as possible These flexible opportunities are ideal for teachers who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. Step Teachers are currently seeking Music Teachers in Islington and surrounding areas to support secondary schools with day-to-day cover across Key Stages 3 and 4. Duties as Music Teacher:

• Deliver engaging music lessons across KS3 and KS4 in line with the national curriculum
• Adapt quickly to different classroom environments and school routines
• Inspire students through practical and theoretical music activities
• Manage behaviour effectively and ensure pupil safety
• Leave feedback for the class teacher and complete marking where required
• Support students in developing performance, composition and listening skills

Ideal Music Teacher:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has recent experience teaching music in UK secondary schools
• Is confident working with a range of musical styles and instruments
• Demonstrates strong classroom management and communication skills
• Is flexible, reliable and enthusiastic about supply teaching
• Has an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to apply for one

Why Step Teachers? With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!