Music Teacher

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

Job summary

A teaching agency is seeking an enthusiastic Music Teacher to join schools in Hastings and surrounding areas. The role involves teaching Key Stages 3 and 4, planning engaging lessons, and leading performances. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential, along with strong subject knowledge and experience in teaching performance and composition. This role offers competitive pay and flexible working options, ideal for both experienced teachers and early career teachers.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working options

Support from a dedicated consultant

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching performance, composition, and music theory is needed.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music across Key Stages 3 and 4, potentially KS5.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Lead ensemble groups, choirs, and school performances.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge of secondary Music curriculum

Effective classroom and behaviour management

Ability to inspire and motivate students

Education

Recognised degree in Music or related subject

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Music Teacher to join secondary schools across Hastings and the surrounding areas of East Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher who is passionate about music and committed to inspiring students to develop their musical skills, creativity, and love of performance.

This role is suitable for experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and are looking for long-term, permanent, or flexible teaching opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Music across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and potentially KS5 in some schools)
• Planning and delivering engaging, practical, and inclusive lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Leading ensemble groups, choirs, and school performances where appropriate
• Encouraging students to develop their skills in composition, performance, and music theory
• Assessing, monitoring, and tracking pupil progress
• Supporting students of varying abilities to achieve their full potential
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom and rehearsal environment
• Working collaboratively with the wider Arts department and school staff

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• A recognised degree in Music, Music Education, or a related subject
• Strong subject knowledge of secondary Music curriculum and practical music teaching
• Experience teaching performance, composition, and music theory
• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate students to develop their musical talents
• A professional, enthusiastic, and adaptable approach to teaching
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Opportunities for day-to-day supply, long-term, or permanent roles
• Flexible working options to suit your availability
• Support from a dedicated consultant with strong local school knowledge
• Access to CPD, training, and career development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to teach Music in supportive schools where creativity and high-quality teaching are valued. If you