Music Teacher

Step Teachers; Shrivenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE salary

Exclusive deals

Well-being services

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a Music Teacher for a part-time role at an 11-18 secondary school in Fairford, Gloucestershire. The position runs Thursdays and Fridays from November start until Christmas, with potential extension for maternity cover.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent, have secondary school music teaching experience, and demonstrate strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills. A commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent
• Experience teaching Music in a secondary school setting
• Strong classroom management skills
• Ability to engage and inspire students of varying abilities
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passion for music education
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Responsibilities

• Teach Music across Key Stage 3
• Plan and deliver engaging and creative lessons
• Encourage participation in practical and theoretical music activities
• Foster a love of music and performing arts
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Contribute to the wider life of the Music department where appropriate

Skills

Classroom management

Engage students

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Passion for music education

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Music Teacher

Part-Time Thursdays & Fridays November Start Until Christmas (Potentially Longer for Maternity Cover)

Here is a thriving 11-18 secondary school with sixth form located in Fairford, Gloucestershire. The school has a strong reputation for delivering a broad and balanced curriculum while maintaining high expectations for both academic achievement and student wellbeing.

Recent Ofsted findings highlighted the school's positive culture, strong behaviour, effective leadership, and supportive learning environment. Students are respectful, motivated, and encouraged to participate fully in school life.

Duties as Music Teacher:

• Teach Music across Key Stage 3
• Plan and deliver engaging and creative lessons
• Encourage participation in practical and theoretical music activities
• Foster a love of music and performing arts
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progressMaintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Contribute to the wider life of the Music department where appropriate

Ideal Music Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Music in a secondary school setting
• Strong classroom management skills
• Ability to engage and inspire students of varying abilities
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passion for music education and student development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Safeguarding & Welfare

Class Act is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Class Act are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Salary & Benefits

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.

Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more.

Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.