Music Teacher

WAYMAN Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary school in Wakefield is looking for a Music Teacher to join their creative team. The role involves teaching Music across KS3 and KS4 with potential for KS5, directing ensembles, and engaging students with modern music production. Ideal candidates will have a Music degree with QTS, strong performance skills, and a commitment to enhancing student participation in music education.

Benefits

Annual music budget for resources

Dedicated time for rehearsal planning

Option for subject leadership roles

Supportive staff environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) essential for teaching.
• Strong ability in instrumental teaching and music theory required.
• Confident in using music production software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging music lessons at KS3 and KS4.
• Direct school ensembles and coordinate performances.
• Facilitate student compositions using digital music tools.

Skills

Instrumental teaching

Composition

Music theory

Tech literacy

Education

Music degree with QTS

Tools

Ableton

Logic

GarageBand

Job description

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS

An outstanding creative secondary in Wakefield is seeking a Music Teacher with strong performance and production skills to join their team for September 2025. This is a vibrant school where the arts are deeply embedded in the school culture.

Job Role:
You will teach Music across KS3 and KS4, with optional KS5 depending on your experience. You will also direct school ensembles, coordinate performances, and support peripatetic teachers.

Duties Include:

• Deliver engaging Music lessons that incorporate both traditional and digital approaches

• Organise and lead whole-school musical events, showcases, and concerts

• Facilitate student compositions and use music production tools and software

• Work with local partners, music services, and arts organisations

• Provide musical support to cross-departmental projects (e.g. school plays)

Candidate Requirements:

• Music degree with QTS

• Confident with instrumental teaching, composition, and music theory

• Strong tech literacy (Ableton, Logic, or GarageBand preferred)

• High enthusiasm for music education, student voice, and performance

School Info:
The school has a purpose-built music block with performance rooms, soundproof practice pods, and a full digital suite. Its musical heritage is longstanding, with regular trips, partnerships, and live events.

Incentives:

• Annual music budget for resources and live performance

• Dedicated time for rehearsal planning and curriculum creativity

• Option to take on subject leadership or arts coordinator roles

• A supportive and creative staff team