Music Teacher

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, engaging, and highly motivated Music teacher to join a thriving and forward-thinking department. This is an exciting opportunity for either an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or an experienced practitioner who is passionate about Music education and keen to play a key role in shaping the future direction of the subject within the school.

The successful candidate will join a team of dedicated subject specialists who bring a wide range of expertise and a shared commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. You will be expected to deliver inspiring and well-structured lessons that engage students of all abilities, fostering both a love of music and strong academic progress.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality, engaging Music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Teaching the OCR GCSE Music syllabus, incorporating elements of World Music and Popular Music
• Using a range of teaching strategies to support all learners and maximise achievement
• Promoting and developing students' literacy and oracy skills within Music lessons
• Assessing, monitoring, and tracking student progress, providing clear and constructive feedback
• Contributing to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities within the department
• Supporting extracurricular activities such as clubs, ensembles, or performances (desirable)

The Music department:

• A collaborative and supportive team with a strong commitment to professional excellence
• A successful GCSE cohort, with approximately 90 students currently opting for Music
• A department that values creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement

The school offers:

• A strong commitment to raising student achievement through a rich and challenging curriculum
• A culture xbpsjku that promotes equality of opportunity, celebrates diversity, and prioritises safeguarding
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive and welcoming staff community

In addition, this is an exciting time to join the school, with plans underway to move into a new, purpose-built, state-of-the-art building funded by the DofE, offering enhanced facilities for teaching and learning.

Additional information:

• Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged
• All applications must be submitted using the official application form