Music Teacher

WAYMAN Education; Chichester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious secondary school in Chichester is seeking a full-time Music Teacher to enhance its music curriculum commencing September 2025. The successful candidate will engage students across various key stages, lead musical groups and prepare performances, leveraging state-of-the-art facilities. Ideal candidates should possess a Music degree with QTS and demonstrate strong practical skills and creativity in music production.

Benefits

Access to Apple Mac suite and music software

CPD in conducting, composition, and pedagogy

Funded concerts and trips

Friendly department

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status with a degree in Music.
• Strong understanding of musical instruments and performance.
• Ability to use music technology confidently.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music at KS3 and KS4, and lead groups like choir and orchestra.
• Direct termly performances and collaborate on productions with Drama and Dance.

Skills

Practical music knowledge

Music technology proficiency

Creativity

Education

Music degree with QTS

Tools

Logic

Cubase

Ableton

Job description

Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS

A prestigious secondary in Chichester is hiring a full-time Music Teacher to support and lead music provision from September 2025. With exceptional facilities and an award-winning Performing Arts team, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your teaching career.

Role Summary

• Teach Music across KS3 and KS4 with an opportunity for KS5 depending on your background

• Lead music groups including choir, orchestra, rock band, or jazz ensemble (depending on interest)

• Prepare and direct termly performances, productions, and musical showcases

• Collaborate with the Drama and Dance teams on school productions

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Music degree with QTS

• Strong practical knowledge of instruments, composition, and performance skills

• Confident using music tech (Logic, Cubase, Ableton, etc.)

• Approachable, motivating, and highly creative

The School
This Performing Arts specialist school offers music scholarships, an annual festival, and strong links to conservatoires. The Music department includes a recording studio, multiple rehearsal rooms, and peripatetic support.

Perks & Benefits

• Access to Apple Mac suite and music software

• CPD in conducting, composition, and pedagogy

• Funded concerts and trips (including international)

• Friendly, thriving department