Teacher of Music
| Posting date: | 01 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2026 |
| Location: | Dartford, Kent, DA1 1QE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | aa83854a-ec42-409b-974a-aa59a9509ddb |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator ready to inspire the next generation of performers and creators? As a Teacher of Music at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional teaching and learning, fostering a deep love for music and the arts, and helping our students achieve their full potential.
You will be instrumental in translating our academy’s vision into vibrant, engaging lessons that provide students with the technical and creative tools they need to succeed. While Music is at the heart of this role, you will be part of a collaborative Performing Arts team where a passion for Drama and Dance is highly valued, helping to create a holistic arts culture across the academy.
What the school offers its staff
Why Teach at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy?
Working at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy offers a rewarding and dynamic experience for several key reasons:
• Exceptional Professional Development: The academy provides numerous opportunities for career advancement. As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, we offer access to a wide range of top-tier training, leadership programs, and collaborative projects across our network of schools.
• A Truly Supportive Community: We foster a positive and nurturing culture where staff thrive. You will benefit from a strong sense of community, built on a foundation of teamwork and mutual respect among all colleagues.
• Driven by Student Success: The academy is deeply dedicated to providing high-quality education and is resolutely committed to our students' success. This mission creates a truly fulfilling environment for educators who are passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of young people.
• Modern Facilities and Resources: Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy boasts excellent, up-to-date facilities and resources. This includes modern technology, rehearsal spaces, and performance areas that fully support innovative teaching methods and enhance the experience for both staff and students.
We believe that a rich education in the Performing Arts is essential for developing confident, creative, and well-rounded global citizens. Join us in shaping the future of our talented students.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator ready to inspire the next generation of performers and creators? As a Teacher of Music at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional teaching and learning, fostering a deep love for music and the arts, and helping our students achieve their full potential.
You will be instrumental in translating our academy’s vision into vibrant, engaging lessons that provide students with the technical and creative tools they need to succeed. While Music is at the heart of this role, you will be part of a collaborative Performing Arts team where a passion for Drama and Dance is highly valued, helping to create a holistic arts culture across the academy.
What the school offers its staff
Why Teach at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy?
Working at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy offers a rewarding and dynamic experience for several key reasons:
• Exceptional Professional Development: The academy provides numerous opportunities for career advancement. As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, we offer access to a wide range of top-tier training, leadership programs, and collaborative projects across our network of schools.
• A Truly Supportive Community: We foster a positive and nurturing culture where staff thrive. You will benefit from a strong sense of community, built on a foundation of teamwork and mutual respect among all colleagues.
• Driven by Student Success: The academy is deeply dedicated to providing high-quality education and is resolutely committed to our students' success. This mission creates a truly fulfilling environment for educators who are passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of young people.
• Modern Facilities and Resources: Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy boasts excellent, up-to-date facilities and resources. This includes modern technology, rehearsal spaces, and performance areas that fully support innovative teaching methods and enhance the experience for both staff and students.
We believe that a rich education in the Performing Arts is essential for developing confident, creative, and well-rounded global citizens. Join us in shaping the future of our talented students.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.