Music Teacher

St Bede's & St Joseph's Catholic College; Bradford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College in Bradford is seeking a passionate Music Teacher to join our aspirational learning community. You will plan engaging lessons and teach from GCSE through to A Level, helping students discover talent, creativity and confidence.

You will work with colleagues to support learners of all abilities, contribute to extracurricular music and the college's cultural life, and engage in ongoing professional development to grow your practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified graduate with ability to teach up to A Level.

Responsibilities

• Plan engaging lessons aligned to the curriculum.
• Set ambitious targets based on pupils' prior attainment.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Create an inclusive classroom with high behaviour expectations.
• Support extracurricular music and the college's cultural life.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Enthusiasm for Music

Teach to A Level

Diverse learners

Education

Graduate in Music

Job description

Music Teacher

St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College, Bradford

Salary: MPS/UPS - £34,069-£52,835

Hours: Full time

Start date: January 2027

Inspire a passion for music and help young people develop their talent, creativity and confidence.

St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Music Teacher to join our aspirational learning community. You will bring subject expertise, engaging teaching and high expectations to the classroom, supporting students of different abilities and backgrounds to achieve their potential.

This is an opportunity for a reflective and caring teacher who can teach confidently up to and including A Level, while contributing to the wider musical and cultural life of the College.

About the College

St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College provides a high-quality Catholic education in an environment where strong relationships, a passion for learning and the ambitions of students and staff are central to college life.

Our diverse, multi-ethnic and multilingual community values curiosity, independent thinking and the individual talents of every student.

The role

Reporting to the Learning Division Leader (Ignite), you will plan and deliver stimulating Music lessons that challenge students, build their skills and encourage a lasting interest in the subject.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning engaging lessons in line with the curriculum and subject schemes of work.
• Setting ambitious learning targets based on students' prior attainment and individual needs.
• Assessing, recording and reporting on students' progress, providing feedback that supports improvement.
• Creating a purposeful, inclusive classroom with high expectations for behaviour and participation.
• Working with colleagues and the Inclusion Team to support students who need additional help and stretch those ready for further challenge.
• Contributing to extracurricular activities and the pastoral, cultural and House life of the College.
• Reflecting on your teaching and participating in professional development.

About you

We are looking for a well-qualified graduate with a strong track record of classroom teaching and the ability to teach Music confidently through to A Level.

You will bring:

• Enthusiasm for Music and a commitment to helping every student succeed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisation, a flexible approach and a willingness to contribute ideas.
• The ability to explain complex concepts clearly and adapt teaching to different learning needs.
• Confidence using technology to support teaching and learning.
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to developing your practice.
• Support for the College's Catholic ethos, values and mission.

You will also recognise the importance of pastoral care and extracurricular opportunities in helping students become happy, confident and active members of the College community.

What we offer

• A College with excellent results and high aspirations.
• Hardworking students and very supportive parents.
• Strong professional development opportunities.
• A central location within the West Yorkshire conurbation.

Closing date: Monday 9 November 2026. Interviews will be held as soon as possible.

St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and uphold all relevant procedures.