Music Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Essex; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a passionate Music Teacher for a welcoming secondary school in Tendring, Essex. This full-time role starts ASAP with salary dependent on experience.

You will deliver lessons across KS3 and KS4, plan creative schemes of work, support extracurricular activities, monitor progress and contribute to a positive school culture. QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification is required; experience in secondary music is preferred, along with strong subject knowledge and

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Music in a secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for music education.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate students of all abilities and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Music lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and teach creative, high-quality lessons that support progress.
• Encourage participation in performance, composition and music appreciation.
• Support extracurricular music activities and school productions.
• Monitor and assess student achievement and provide feedback.
• Contribute to the wider school community.

Skills

QTS

Music teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Secondary education experience

Job description

Music Teacher
Location: Tendring, Essex
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Dependent on experience

Inspire the Next Generation Through Music
We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Music Teacher to join a welcoming and ambitious secondary school in the Tendring area. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students through high-quality music teaching and contribute to a thriving performing arts department.

The successful candidate will be committed to fostering a love of music, encouraging creativity, and helping students develop both their practical and theoretical musical skills.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and inspiring Music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Plan and teach creative, high-quality lessons that support student progress
• Encourage participation in music performance, composition and appreciation
• Support extracurricular music activities, performances and school productions
• Monitor and assess student achievement, providing constructive feedback
• Contribute positively to the wider school community

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Has experience teaching Music within a secondary school setting
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and a passion for music education
• Has excellent classroom management skills
• Can motivate and inspire students of all abilities
• Is a committed team player with excellent communication skills

The School Offers

• A supportive and welcoming leadership team
• Well-equipped music facilities and resources
• A strong commitment to staff development and professional growth
• Enthusiastic students who are eager to learn
• A positive and inclusive school culture

Whether you are an experienced Music Teacher or an Early Career Teacher looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks in line with safer recruitment guidelines.