Dynamic Music Teacher (KS3-4) - Inspire & Perform

Justteachers Ltd; Otley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd. are recruiting a passionate Music Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in Leeds, starting in September and initially until Christmas, with potential extension.

You will inspire students across KS3 and KS4 through engaging lessons covering theory, performance, and composition, while developing a positive classroom culture and supporting school productions and extracurricular ensembles.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Music at KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable but not essential).
• Strong subject knowledge, including practical and theoretical music skills.
• Ability to play at least one instrument confidently (multi-instrumentalists desirable).
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Two school based references.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Music lessons that engage and motivate students.
• Teach a broad music curriculum, including theory, performance, and composition.
• Prepare students for assessments, coursework, and performances.
• Encourage participation in extracurricular activities such as choirs, bands, and school productions.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and strong classroom management.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support departmental development.

Skills

Music education

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Curriculum delivery

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Justteachers Ltd. are recruiting a passionate Music Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in Leeds, starting in September and initially until Christmas, with potential extension.

You will inspire students across KS3 and KS4 through engaging lessons covering theory, performance, and composition, while developing a positive classroom culture and supporting school productions and extracurricular ensembles.