Music Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Faversham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency based in the UK is seeking a qualified Music Teacher to deliver high-quality music education. Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and supporting extracurricular music activities. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status, a relevant degree, and experience in music education. This temporary position may have the possibility of becoming permanent. Applicants must have or go through a valid enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
• A valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required.
• Experience in delivering music education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Music education to develop students' musical skills.
• Plan engaging music lessons combining practical performance and theory.
• Assess and track student progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Music theory knowledge

Engaging teaching skills

Assessment proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Music or related field

Job description

Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality Music education that develops students’ musical skills, creativity, and appreciation of a wide range of musical styles and traditions.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons that combine practical performance, composition, and listening skills.
• Teach music theory and musical literacy in line with curriculum and examination specifications.
• Support students in developing coursework and performance pieces for assessment.
• Create a positive and inclusive environment that encourages participation and confidence.

Assessment and Progress

• Assess and track student progress accurately using formative and summative assessment.
• Provide clear feedback to support improvement and achievement.
• Prepare students for GCSE and A Level Music assessments where applicable.

Enrichment and Performance

• Lead or support extracurricular music activities, including choirs, ensembles, and school productions.
• Organise and contribute to concerts, performances, and school events.
• Maintain and manage musical instruments, equipment, and facilities.

Professional Responsibilities

• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Contribute to departmental planning and whole‑school initiatives.
• Uphold safeguarding, behaviour, and health and safety policies.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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