Music Teacher

Job Purpose

To deliver inspiring and inclusive Music lessons that develop students’ performance, composition, and listening skills while nurturing a lifelong appreciation of music. The Music Teacher will foster creativity, build confidence, and contribute to the wider cultural life of the school through extracurricular opportunities and performances.

Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons across KS3 and KS4 (and KS5 if applicable), in line with the National Curriculum and exam specifications.

• Develop students’ practical musicianship, creativity, and theoretical knowledge.

• Differentiate lessons to support the needs of all learners, including SEN and EAL students.

• Assess, record, and report on student progress, providing constructive feedback.

• Encourage a love of music and appreciation of a wide range of genres and traditions.

Curriculum & Assessment

• Contribute to the development of schemes of work, resources, and assessments in Music.

• Prepare pupils for internal and external assessments (GCSE, BTEC, A-Level as appropriate).

• Support cross-curricular learning, linking Music with other subjects and school initiatives.

Classroom & Behaviour Management

• Create a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment.

• Maintain high standards of behaviour in line with school policies.

• Ensure the safe use and care of musical instruments, equipment, and resources.

Enrichment & Wider Contribution

• Lead and support extracurricular music activities such as choirs, bands, or ensembles.

• Organise and participate in school concerts, productions, and community events.

• Provide additional support for students through revision sessions, instrumental guidance, or mentoring.

Professional Responsibilities

• Engage in continuous professional development and stay up to date with current practice in Music education.

• Attend staff meetings, parents’ evenings, and contribute to the wider school community.

• Undertake any additional responsibilities reasonably requested by the Head of Faculty or Headteacher.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards QTS.

• Strong subject knowledge in Music, including performance and theory.

• Ability to deliver high-quality lessons that inspire and engage students.

• Commitment to raising achievement and fostering creativity in learners.

• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.

• Effective communication and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• Ability to teach Music at KS5.

• Experience leading school ensembles, choirs, or productions.

• Proficiency in one or more instruments or vocal performance.

• Experience of delivering extracurricular music programmes and events.