Music Teacher

Wayman Education; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayman Education is seeking an experienced Music Teacher for a September 2025 start at a prestigious independent school in Chelmsford. The role emphasizes leading curriculum innovation and mentorship for A-Level students, with a commitment to fostering musical excellence in a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Proven track record of strong results across all key stages.
• Experience in leading curriculum development and challenging musical projects.
• Comprehensive understanding of A-Level Music specifications required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Music curriculum across all key stages.
• Implement innovative teaching methodologies focusing on A-Level Music.
• Mentor students aspiring for further study in top conservatoires.

Skills

Practical Musicianship

Pedagogical Skills

Motivation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Elevate Your Career: Lead and Innovate in Music at Our Respected Independent Chelmsford School (September 2025 Start - Strong KS5 Contribution)

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and highly accomplished Music Teacher looking to further their career within a high-achieving and forward-thinking independent school in the vibrant city of Chelmsford. This role, commencing in September 2025, offers significant autonomy, the chance to shape the future of Music provision across Key Stage 3 and, with a strong emphasis, Key Stage 4 and 5, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students' musical development within the Chelmsford community.

As our Teacher of Music, joining us in September 2025, with a significant role in A-Level Music, you will:

• Lead Curriculum Innovation: Take a prominent role in the delivery and development of the Music curriculum across all key stages, inspiring high-achieving students, particularly at Key Stage 5, to reach their full academic and creative potential.
• Drive Pedagogical Excellence: Have the opportunity to implement and champion innovative teaching methodologies, incorporate advanced music technology, and explore cutting-edge compositional techniques and musicological research relevant to university-level study and contemporary musical practice, with a clear focus on the demands of A-Level.
• Mentor and Champion Talent: Act as a role model and mentor for students with a passion for Music, fostering their aspirations for further study at top conservatoires and universities, and careers in the music industry, actively guiding our A-Level students towards musical distinction.
• Collaborate with a Dynamic Department: Work alongside a team of expert and passionate Music specialists, sharing best practices and contributing strategically to the overall success and strong performance of the department, with a key focus on the delivery of an exceptional A-Level Music programme.
• Benefit from Strategic Professional Growth: Access unparalleled professional development opportunities tailored to your expertise and leadership aspirations, supported by a progressive leadership team that values the importance of arts education, with specific opportunities for A-Level specialism and leadership.

We're seeking a highly experienced and qualified Music teacher with a proven track record of strong results across all key stages. Experience in leading curriculum development, developing challenging musical projects, and fostering high-achieving student cohorts is highly desirable, with a comprehensive understanding of the A-Level Music specifications being essential. You will possess strong practical musicianship, exceptional pedagogical skills, and the ability to motivate and challenge students of all abilities, with a particular focus on the demands of Key Stage 5. If you're ready to take the next significant step in your career within an exceptional educational environment in Chelmsford, starting in September 2025, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Advance your professional journey and lead Music innovation at our respected independent Chelmsford school, with a significant focus on A-Level, commencing September 2025!