Music Teacher for School

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a passionate Music Teacher to join a vibrant London school. This full-time, permanent role involves delivering engaging music education to pupils from Reception to Year 6, fostering a love for music through innovative teaching and extracurricular activities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Music and experience leading music programs. Opportunities for professional growth within the school are available.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of music curriculum and pedagogy across primary years.
• Proven experience directing choirs and leading school performances.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality music lessons from Reception to Year 6.
• Plan and implement schemes of work ensuring progression and continuity.
• Organise and deliver school concerts and music events.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Planning

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Music

Tools

ICT

Job description

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An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled Music Teacher to join a dynamic and creative music department at a thriving London school. This full-time, permanent position offers the chance to inspire pupils from Reception to Year 6 through engaging and inclusive music education, both in the classroom and through extensive co-curricular opportunities.

• Start Date: September 2025 or January 2026
• Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: Above the national scale, with Inner London Allowance

Your Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality music lessons from Reception to Year 6
• Plan and implement schemes of work that ensure progression and continuity
• Promote and model high teaching standards while setting realistic and challenging goals.
• Work closely with the Director of Music to support and develop the music curriculum.
• Assist in organising and delivering school concerts, productions, and singing assemblies.
• Keep detailed records of student progress and contribute to twice-yearly reports.
• Support pupils with a range of needs in collaboration with SENCo and other staff.
• Foster a vibrant music culture through extracurricular activities, including choirs, ensembles, and trips.

Ideal Candidate:

• A passionate and enthusiastic educator who champions music within a primary setting.
• Committed to continuous professional development and collaborative team work.
• Reliable, well-organised, and able to communicate effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
• A confident leader of classroom and performance-based music education.

Skills and Qualifications Need:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Music.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable
• Strong knowledge of music curriculum and pedagogy across primary years.
• Proven experience directing choirs, ensembles, and leading school performances.
• Proficient in using ICT to enhance teaching and learning.
• Ability to differentiate teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEN.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organisational skills.
• The school promotes a strong safeguarding culture; all applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the welfare and protection of children.
• Regular attendance at Parent Evenings, school events, and meetings is expected.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership within the department may be available.
• Applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks.