Music Teacher

Step Teachers; Dereham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Dereham is seeking a full-time Music Teacher for a long-term temporary role starting in January 2026. The position involves planning and delivering engaging music lessons, preparing students for assessments, and leading extracurricular activities. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential. The ideal candidate will possess strong subject knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a passion for music education.

Qualifications

• Experienced teaching music in a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and ability to teach practical skills.
• Passion for music education with commitment to pupil development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Prepare students for practical and written assessments, including GCSE Music.
• Lead or support extracurricular music activities such as choir, orchestra.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Music theory

Engagement in extracurricular activities

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Music Teacher – Full-time, long‑term temporary role from January 2026 until Summer

This secondary school offers a calm and inclusive learning environment where pupils are supported to achieve their best. Leaders have created a well‑structured curriculum that promotes high expectations and strong outcomes across subjects. Staff work collaboratively to ensure students are engaged and challenged, and behaviour is consistently positive. Pupils benefit from a wide range of enrichment opportunities and respectful relationships with adults.

Duties as Music Teacher:

• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Prepare students for practical and written assessments, including GCSE Music
• Foster creativity and musical appreciation through a broad curriculum
• Lead or support extracurricular music activities such as choir, orchestra, or school performances
• Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing feedback and support
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborate with colleagues to support whole‑school initiatives and cross‑curricular learning

Ideal Music Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Experience teaching music in a secondary school setting
• Strong subject knowledge and ability to teach music theory and practical skills
• Passion for music education and commitment to pupil development
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Willingness to contribute to the wider school community through extracurricular activities