Music Teacher – Expressive & Supportive Secondary School

Marchant Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A Northampton secondary school is seeking a passionate Music Teacher to join its Creative Arts department. You will deliver practical and theoretical Music lessons across KS3-KS4, with opportunities to contribute to A-Level Music or Music Technology for suitably qualified candidates.

We welcome both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners. The department offers modern facilities, practice suites, and a calendar of concerts and productions to inspire students.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Music, Music Performance, or a related discipline alongside QTS or PGCE.
• Experience delivering GCSE Music and KS3-KS4 lessons.
• Proficiency in at least one primary instrument/voice and knowledge of music software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on Music lessons covering performance, composition, listening, and appraising across KS3-KS4.
• Prepare students thoroughly for GCSE Music examinations and practical assessments.
• Lead school choirs, bands, and instrumental ensembles, and coordinate annual musical productions and seasonal concerts.
• Support extracurricular concerts and departmental productions.

Skills

Instrument/Voice proficiency

Music software knowledge

Classroom management

KS3-KS4 GCSE experience

Music theory

Education

Relevant degree in Music

QTS or PGCE

Tools

Logic

Sibelius

GarageBand

Job description

An expressive and supportive secondary school in Northampton is seeking a passionate and talented Music Teacher to join its vibrant Creative Arts department. This full-time, permanent position involves delivering practical and theoretical Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with opportunities to contribute to A-Level Music or Music Technology for suitably qualified candidates.

The post is open to both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners eager to inspire a love for performance, composition, and music appreciation. You will join a well-resourced department featuring dedicated practice suites, modern music technology tools, and a rich calendar of extracurricular concerts and productions.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

Teaching: Deliver engaging, hands-on Music lessons covering performance, composition, listening, and appraising across KS3-KS4.

GCSE Success: Prepare students thoroughly for GCSE Music examinations and practical assessments, fostering both individual performance skills and music theory mastery.

Extracurricular & Productions: Lead school choirs, bands, and instrumental ensembles, and play an active role in coordinating annual musical productions and seasonal concerts.

Qualifications: Relevant degree in Music, Music Performance, or a related discipline alongside QTS or PGCE.

Skills: Proficiency in at least one primary instrument/voice, functional keyboard skills, working knowledge of music software (e.g., Logic, Sibelius, or GarageBand), and strong classroom management.

School & Department Highlights

Modern Music Facilities: Dedicated music classrooms, individual instrumental practice pods, soundproof recording areas, and up-to-date MIDI workstations.

Vibrant Arts Culture: A school that genuinely values performing arts, backed by strong parental engagement and well-attended community showcases.

Professional Growth: Structured mentoring pathways for ECTs, continuous research-led CPD, and opportunities for future departmental leadership.

Music Teacher – Expressive & Supportive Secondary School Northampton, England, United Kingdom