Music Teacher

education personnel; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education staffing agency is seeking a dedicated Music Teacher for a full-time position starting in September 2025 in Derbyshire. The ideal candidate will hold QTS and have at least 6 months of teaching experience in a UK secondary school. Responsibilities include delivering the KS3 & KS4 Music curriculum and contributing to student achievement. This role provides an exciting opportunity to thrive in a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Day-to-day supply

Long-term assignments

Permanent positions

Full-time roles

Flexible part-time options

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Minimum 6 months teaching experience in a UK secondary school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the KS3 & KS4 Music curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons.
• Monitor student progress.
• Contribute to department improvement planning.
• Attend staff meetings and parents evenings.

Skills

Excellent behaviour management

Communication skills

Passion for teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Music Teacher, Derbyshire DE55

Location: DE55

Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2025
Pay Rate: £130 £230 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Qualification: QTS required
Experience: Minimum 6 months teaching experience in a UK secondary school

Overview

Education Personnel are delighted to be working in partnership with a progressive and well-respected secondary school in Derby to recruit a dedicated Music Teacher for a full-time position starting September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled educator to contribute to a thriving department and support students at KS4 and potentially KS5.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the KS3 & KS4 Music curriculum, with KS5 teaching available if experienced
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons in line with department policy
• Monitor student progress and implement appropriate interventions
• Contribute to department improvement planning
• Attend staff meetings, CPD, and parents evenings as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has at least 6 months of classroom teaching experience in a UK secondary setting
• Is passionate about Business education and student achievement
• Has excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Demonstrates a collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to school life

Why apply through Education Personnel?

We work with you to find your perfect placement. We do not believe in square pegs and round holes. We take the time to understand your skills, goals, and working preferences to ensure the best fit. Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or just starting your journey in education, we're here to support you.

We offer

• Day-to-day supply
• Long-term assignments
• Permanent positions
• Full-time (5 days per week)
• Part-time (1 day or more per week)

We aim to be different from the standard teaching agency. Our mission is to help you achieve more and earn more.

We actively support campaigns to increase supply staff rights.

We are currently recruiting across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, and we place both qualified and unqualified staff in Secondary, SEND, and mainstream settings.