Music Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; Tetford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant educational recruitment agency seeks a talented Music Teacher for a secondary school on a permanent basis starting January 2026. The role involves teaching engaging music lessons across KS3 and KS4, leading practical sessions, and supporting extracurricular activities. Ideal candidates will have QTS, strong subject knowledge, and excellent organizational skills. Opportunities for personal and professional growth are included.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Physical and emotional well-being services

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Passion for both traditional and contemporary music.
• Commitment to extracurricular music activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Lead sessions in performance, composition and theory.
• Support school concerts and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Ability to inspire students

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Music Teacher to join a vibrant secondary school on a permanent basis, starting January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire a love of music and nurture students’ creativity across a dynamic department.

Duties

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Music lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Lead practical sessions in performance, composition and music theory.

• Organise and support school concerts, ensembles and extracurricular music activities.

• Assess, monitor and report on students’ progress in line with school policies.

• Create an inclusive, stimulating classroom environment that fosters creativity and confidence.

• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum resources and enrich the school’s musical life.

Ideal Music Teacher

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for both traditional and contemporary music.

• Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying abilities.

• Excellent organisational, communication and classroom management skills as Music Teacher.

• Commitment to supporting extracurricular music and whole-school events.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. 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.

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