Music Teacher

Education World Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking enthusiastic Music teachers for full-time roles starting in September 2025. This role offers the opportunity to inspire creativity and performance in students while working in supportive schools dedicated to high-quality arts education. With a focus on matching teachers to schools that align with their strengths and career goals, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the arts. Join a community that values music education and supports your professional growth through tailored job-matching services and ongoing development.

Benefits

Tailored job-matching service

Full interview preparation

Ongoing CPD support

Visa guidance if required

Long-term relationships with schools

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Degree in Music or a related field is essential.
• Experience teaching Music in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons across KS3–KS5.
• Lead extracurricular music activities like choirs and ensembles.
• Prepare students for music exams and performances.

Skills

Music Education

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Performance Skills

Music Technology

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Music or related field

Tools

GarageBand

Sibelius

Logic Pro

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About Education World

Former school leader, now recruitment specialist helping to place excellent teachers into permanent roles across the UK. Education World is a specialist education recruitment agency led by former school leaders. We partner with schools and trusts across the UK to place passionate and skilled educators in roles where they can make a real impact. We pride ourselves on our personalised, values-driven approach — matching teachers to schools that suit their style, subject strengths, and career goals.

Role Overview

We are seeking enthusiastic and talented Music teachers for full-time roles starting in September 2025 in Bradford, UK. You’ll join schools committed to delivering high-quality arts education and developing a strong culture of creativity and performance. Whether you're experienced or an ECT, we’ll work with you to find a school where you can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, practical, and theory-based Music lessons across KS3–KS5 (depending on the school).
• Teach a broad curriculum including performance, composition, and music appreciation.
• Lead or support extracurricular music activities such as choirs, ensembles, or productions.
• Prepare students for music exams, performances, and qualifications where applicable.
• Foster a classroom environment that inspires creativity and confidence.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the arts faculty and across the school community.
• Uphold safeguarding, behaviour, and assessment policies consistently and professionally.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree in Music or a related field
• Recent and relevant classroom experience teaching Music
• Strong practical and theoretical knowledge of music education
• Ability to teach at least up to KS4 (KS5 desirable)
• Confident classroom practitioner with high expectations for all students
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience leading school concerts, productions or instrumental groups
• Proficiency in one or more instruments
• Willingness to contribute to school life beyond the classroom
• Familiarity with music technology and composition software (e.g., GarageBand, Sibelius, Logic Pro)

What We Offer

• A tailored job-matching service that considers your subject strengths, ethos, and career goals
• Roles in a wide range of UK schools, including MATs, academies, and independent schools
• Full interview preparation, onboarding support, and visa guidance (if required)
• Ongoing CPD and pastoral support from our team of former school leaders
• Long-term relationships with schools that value the arts and creative subjects

If you are a qualified Music teacher with a successful record of teaching, please email your CV to [e-mail]