Music Teacher

Teaching Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academy in Mitcham, South London, seeks a passionate Music Teacher to join their Performing Arts team. This full-time, permanent role starting September 2025 offers a chance to inspire students through music, develop your teaching skills, and contribute to an inclusive educational environment that values the arts. The academy provides modern facilities and strong support for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive academy environment

Modern facilities, including dedicated music suite

CPD opportunities for career progression

Emphasis on staff wellbeing

Celebration of arts in the curriculum

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching Music in a secondary setting is essential.
• Strong knowledge in composition, performance, and theory.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons for Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Organise and lead extracurricular music activities and performances.
• Use assessment to support student progress in music.

Skills

Creative Teaching

Music Knowledge

Inclusive Practice

Leadership

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in Secondary Music Teaching

Job description

Music Teacher - Secondary Academy - Mitcham, South London
Location: Mitcham, South London
Salary: £40,266 - £61,592 (Inner London MPS/UPS)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)

Are you a passionate and creative Music Teacher looking to inspire the next generation of musicians? Our client, a dynamic and inclusive secondary academy based in Mitcham, South London, is seeking a talented and dedicated Music Teacher to join their thriving Performing Arts department. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your teaching career in a supportive environment that values the arts and student creativity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and challenging Music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable)

• Foster a love of music through practical, theoretical, and performance-based learning

• Organise and lead extracurricular music opportunities, including ensembles, choirs, and school productions

• Use assessment effectively to support pupil progress and celebrate musical achievement

• Contribute to a positive and ambitious department culture that promotes high standards and inclusivity

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience teaching Music in a secondary setting

• Strong subject knowledge across a broad music curriculum, including composition, performance, and theory

• A commitment to inclusive practice and high expectations for all pupils

• The ability to inspire creativity, confidence, and a love for learning

What Our Client Offers:

• A supportive and collaborative academy environment

• Modern facilities including a dedicated music suite and performance spaces

• CPD opportunities and career progression pathways

• A strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and work-life balance

• A commitment to celebrating the arts as a core part of the curriculum

Please note: Our client does not offer sponsorship.

Apply Now:
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