Music Teacher

Milk Education; Poynton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education seeks a passionate Music Teacher for a specialist SEMH setting in Stockport. You will plan and deliver practical music lessons tailored to pupils with SEMH needs,using music to support emotional regulation and self-expression.

You will build trusting relationships with pupils facing anxiety and EBSA, adapt approaches for diverse abilities, and work with the school team to promote wellbeing and progress.

Qualifications

• QTS or music teaching experience.
• Experience with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• Passion for using music to engage and inspire pupils.
• Understanding EBSA and barriers to learning.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons tailored to SEMH needs.
• Use music to support emotional regulation, confidence and social development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils experiencing anxiety and EBSA.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet varied abilities and interests.
• Create a positive, structured classroom environment encouraging participation.
• Collaborate with support staff and school team to promote wellbeing.
• Encourage exploration of different instruments and genres.

Skills

Music teaching

Behaviour management

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Long-term

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and engaging Music Teacher to join a specialist SEMH school in Stockport, supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, including Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).

This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and adaptable teacher who can use music to engage pupils, build confidence and develop positive relationships with young people who may have faced barriers to education.

You will deliver engaging, practical music lessons tailored to individual learning needs, creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where pupils can express themselves, develop new skills and enjoy learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative music lessons tailored to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Use music to support emotional regulation, confidence, self-expression and social development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils experiencing anxiety, emotional difficulties and EBSA.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet a range of abilities, interests and individual learning needs.
• Create a positive and structured classroom environment that encourages participation and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with support staff and the wider school team to promote pupil wellbeing and progress.
• Encourage pupils to explore different musical instruments, genres and creative activities.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant music teaching experience.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• A genuine passion for using music to engage and inspire young people.
• An understanding of emotional-based school avoidance, anxiety and barriers to learning.
• Strong behaviour management, communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach, with the ability to motivate pupils who may be reluctant to engage in education.

The School

The school is a specialist SEMH setting in Stockport, supporting children and young people who require a more personalised and nurturing approach to education. The school places a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing, positive relationships and helping pupils re-engage with learning.