Head of Music / Music Teacher

EdEx – Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Music for an Outstanding Secondary School in Hounslow, starting January 2026. This permanent, full-time role involves leading a large team of Music Teachers and developing an engaging curriculum. The ideal candidate will have UK QTS and a strong understanding of the Music curriculum, with expectations to inspire and motivate their team. Competitive salary and excellent CPD opportunities offered.

Benefits

Plenty of CPD opportunities

Staff carpark onsite

Qualifications

• Must be able to manage a range of personalities.
• Strong understanding of Music curriculum.
• Outstanding expectations for yourself and fellow Music Teachers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large team of Music Teachers.
• Help design and tailor a Music curriculum.
• Drive standards throughout the department.

Skills

Manage a range of personalities

Motivate and inspire

Strong understanding of Music curriculum

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Head of Music | Outstanding Secondary School | Hounslow

A forward thinking & leading Secondary School in the Borough of Hounslow are on the hunt for a Head of Music (Music Teacher) for a January 2026 start. This is a permanent & full-time contract.

This "Outstanding" Secondary School is renowned throughout the Borough as bringing education to life and ensuring that all teachers think about the bigger picture for pupils & not just about exam results.

You'll be leading a large team of Music Teachers made up of Trainee Teachers, ECT, Teach First & experienced Music Teachers.

This Head of Music (Music Teacher) opportunity will allow you to both grow / develop a fantastic curriculum, while work alongside some fantastic practitioners.

Future leadership opportunities are always available, with the school having multiple awards for CPD & Investment in their own people.

If this sounds like the Head of Music (Music Teacher) opportunity for you, then read on below to find out further information now!

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Head of Music
• Leading a large team of Music Teachers (KS3-KS5)
• Helping design & tailor a Music curriculum to suit the cohorts needs / wants
• Manage multiple different personalities
• January 2026 Start - Permanent - Full Time
• MPS3 - UPS3
• Located in the Borough of Hounslow

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Must have UK QTS
• You must be able to manage a range of personalities
• Be able to motivate, inspire & drive standards throughout
• Strong understanding of Music curriculum
• Outstanding expectations for yourself & fellow Music Teachers

SCHOOL DETAILS

• Graded "Outstanding" in latest Ofsted report
• Leading Teacher Training School
• Well above average GCSE & A Level results
• Modern ethos throughout
• High numbers of EAL & SEN
• Fast paced environment
• Plenty of CPD opportunities
• Located in the Borough of Hounslow
• Staff carpark onsite

If you are interested in this Head of Music opportunity, visits to the school can be arranged immediately.

Apply for this Head of Music opportunity by sending your CV to Joe at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted).

Head of Music | Outstanding Secondary School | Hounslow

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