Music Teacher

TeacherActive; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational staffing agency is looking for a driven Music Teacher to join a secondary school in Harrow. The role is long-term from January 2026, focusing on high-quality education across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, including exam preparation. Candidates should have a QTS with Music specialism and experience teaching up to Key Stage 5. This position offers a supportive working environment with various benefits, including CPD courses and competitive pay.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• QTS with Music specialism (ECTs are welcome to apply).
• Experience teaching Music up to Key Stage 5 / KS5.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Music education across KS3–KS5.
• Prepare students for GCSEs and A-Levels.
• Adhere to and implement the school’s schemes of learning.

Job description

Overview

Do you have experience of teaching students between the ages of 11 – 16? Are you looking to work in an inclusive and diverse environment?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school based in Harrow. The school provides high standards of education and has recently been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ OFSTED rating. This largely populated school boasts fantastic sports facilities and offers opportunities both inside and outside of lessons to promote student engagement, helping their young people to flourish both academically and personally.

Role

The Head Teacher is looking to appoint a driven Music Teacher on a long-term basis from January 2026 until the end of the academic year. The successful candidate will work across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, including exam preparation for GCSEs and A-Levels. The role will be central to helping students achieve excellent results while following and implementing the school’s schemes of learning.

Responsibilities

The Music Teacher will:

• Deliver high-quality Music education across KS3–KS5.
• Prepare students for GCSEs and A-Levels.
• Adhere to and implement the school’s schemes of learning.

Qualifications

• QTS with Music specialism (ECTs are welcome to apply).
• Experience teaching Music up to Key Stage 5 / KS5.

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*.
• CPD courses and certificates as part of our ‘My-Progression’ brand.
• Market leading rates of pay.
• Referral scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*.

Additional information

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of tax and National Insurance, with no administration charges deducted from your pay.

If you are interested in this position, please apply. Email: [e-mail] | Contact number: 0207 858 6655

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