Music Teacher

Supply Star Recruitment Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Music Teacher to join a small provision in Coventry. You will deliver high-quality music education to children with complex needs, including managing mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching music, excellent behaviour management skills, and a creative approach to engage students. A clear DBS certificate is required, and support for obtaining one can be provided. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to holistic student development and various school events.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching music to children with additional needs.
• Ability to engage students with complex needs effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons tailored to individual student needs.
• Support students with mental health needs effectively and sensitively.
• Collaborate with staff to support holistic development.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Creativity

Patience

Education

Qualification specific to music or music teaching

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a skilled Music Teacher to join a small provision in Coventry. You will be required to deliver high-quality music education to children with complex needs, including mental health challenges and behaviours that may be challenging at times. This role requires patience, creativity, and the ability to engage students in a supportive and structured way.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging music lessons tailored to the needs of each student.
• Support students with mental health needs and manage challenging behaviour effectively and sensitively.
• Use music as a tool to promote emotional regulation, social skills, and self-expression.
• Work collaboratively with the wider staff team to support holistic student development.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and adapt teaching approaches as required.
• Contribute to the development of school performances, workshops, and events.

Person Specification

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) is preferred but not essential.
• A qualification specific to music or music teaching is required.
• Experience teaching music to children with additional needs, particularly those with mental health challenges or challenging behaviours.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm and positive under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, flexible, and resourceful approach to teaching.

You must have a clear DBS certificate to be considered for this role. If you do not have one, Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one at a cost of £63.

If you have a CV that showcases your experience working in the education sector, care sector or in a similar capacity, please send it for consideration.