Music Teacher - Maternity Cover (Primary School)

Brighton & Hove City Council; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Brighton & Hove City Council advertises a maternity-cover Music Teacher post for Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery in Peacehaven. The role covers the full primary range from Nursery to Year 6, including SEND facilities, on a 0.8 FTE basis with 26 hours per week and a 52-week year.

The fixed-term position runs up to one year from January 2027, with a July-Academic-year rhythm and supportive professional development. Applications close 13 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Specialist music teacher with ability to teach across Nursery to Year 6.
• Experience with SEND facility is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Teach music across the school from Nursery to Year 6.
• Deliver engaging lessons to a diverse range of pupils.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support ongoing professional development.

Skills

Music teaching

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

Job description

Brighton & Hove City Council advertises a maternity-cover Music Teacher post for Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery in Peacehaven. The role covers the full primary range from Nursery to Year 6, including SEND facilities, on a 0.8 FTE basis with 26 hours per week and a 52-week year.

The fixed-term position runs up to one year from January 2027, with a July-Academic-year rhythm and supportive professional development. Applications close 13 November 2026.