Music Teacher

Sir Herbert Leon Academy; Witham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Witham is seeking a passionate Teacher of Music to join the Performing Arts department. You will inspire students through engaging lessons focused on performance, composition, and musical appreciation. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and committed, looking to develop young musicians and contribute to extra-curricular activities. This role offers excellent facilities and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Career development and training

Generous benefits including pensions and healthcare

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about music and eager to inspire students.
• Experience teaching at Key Stage 3 is advantageous.
• Willingness to participate in extra-curricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging Music lessons that inspire students.
• Promote a love of performance and composition.
• Collaborate with a supportive team on curriculum development.

Skills

Passion for music

Collaborative teaching

Creativity in lesson planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Conrad Road
Witham, Essex, CM8 2SD
United Kingdom

Overview

Lift New Rickstones is graded ‘Good’ (November 2023) and has a state‑of‑the‑art building offering fantastic facilities for both students and staff. Over the last 8 years the academy has seen a huge increase in student numbers, with the number of students on roll more than doubling. The academy is oversubscribed and has added another new building to meet this demand.

Every member of the team is a vital part of our committed and ambitious team and we have been very successful at developing teachers and leaders with progression both within, and beyond the academy.

Our “Curriculum Drivers” guide everything we do, encouraging students to be safe, happy, proud and reach their full potential.

Mastery

Delivering excellent teaching & learning and developing excellent students who are ambitious and committed.

Character

Developing students into well‑rounded young people who we can be confident in to “do the right thing when no‑one is looking”.

Perspective

How our students fit into the world around them, how they appropriately challenge wrongs, and promote what is right. Students are open minded, compassionate and promote the differences found in all of us.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and committed Teacher of Music to join our established Performing Arts department. This is an exciting opportunity to teach Music at Key Stage 3, inspiring musical knowledge, skills and confidence. You will work collaboratively within a supportive team to deliver engaging lessons that ignite a love of performance, composition, and musical appreciation. Our department benefits from excellent facilities, including purpose‑built music classrooms and performance spaces. We encourage students to take part in a wide range of extra‑curricular activities, including instrumental tuition, choirs, ensembles, and whole‑school showcases.

About You

We welcome applications from both ECTs and experienced teachers. If you are driven, enthusiastic about music, and eager to inspire a love of the subject, we would be delighted to hear from you. We also have Casual Music Tutor opportunities available for those interested in becoming more involved in our extra‑curricular music provision.

If this advert, our website, and the job description sound of interest to you, Dolly Smith our Vice Principal welcomes you to contact her for an informal discussion about the position at [e-mail]

Closing date: 26th November 2025

Career development and training

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career. Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Safeguarding and Equality

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.