Music Teacher (Drums) needed in Solihull

Aspire People; Shirley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

CPD opportunities

Long-term potential

Competitive rates of pay

Job summary

Aspiring Music Teacher (Drums) is needed in Solihull through Aspire People. You will deliver engaging drums-focused lessons to students in an Alternative Provision, helping them boost confidence, behaviour and wellbeing through music.

Ideal candidates will have QTS or a relevant teaching qualification and experience teaching Music to Key Stages 3 and 4. Drumming or percussion experience is preferred, and you will foster an inclusive environment with strong classroom management and safeguarding

Qualifications

• QTS or teaching qualification
• Experience teaching Music across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Drumming or percussion experience preferred
• Ability to inspire and engage students with diverse learning needs
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• A flexible, positive and resilient approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging drums-focused lessons that develop practical musical skills and confidence
• Create an inclusive, supportive learning environment with strong behaviour management
• Inspire and engage students with diverse needs through creativity and performance
• Contribute to the school's music provision, with percussion playing an important role

Skills

QTS

KS3/KS4 Music

Drumming experience

Inspiring students

Classroom management

Safeguarding

Education

QTS or teaching qualification

Job description

Music Teacher (Drums) needed in Solihull. Are you an enthusiastic Music Teacher who believes music can transform confidence, behaviour and wellbeing? Do you enjoy inspiring young people through creativity and performance? Join our agency team and work in a welcoming Alternative Provision supporting students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, ASD, attachment disorders and behavioural needs.

Location: Solihull | Start Date: ASAP | Contract: Ongoing, with potential for permanent placement

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a nurturing Alternative Provision where creativity is used to engage, motivate and inspire learners. As the Music Teacher, you'll deliver engaging lessons that develop practical musical skills while encouraging confidence, teamwork and self-expression. Drumming experience is preferred, as percussion plays an important role in the school's music provision, although applicants with broader musical experience are encouraged to apply. You'll create an inclusive environment where students can experience success, develop resilience and express themselves positively through music.

What We're Looking For

• Preferably QTS or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience teaching Music across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Drumming or percussion experience preferred
• Ability to inspire and engage students with diverse learning needs
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• A flexible, positive and resilient approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience delivering practical music performance
• Experience within an Alternative Provision or specialist setting
• Knowledge of music technology or recording
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice

What We Offer

• Supportive Alternative Provision with a strong team ethos
• Small class sizes and excellent pastoral support
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing CPD opportunities
• Long-term opportunity with permanent potential
• The opportunity to inspire young people through music every day

If you're passionate about helping students build confidence through music, we'd love to hear from you.