Music Teacher - One of Durham's Best Schools

Marchant Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Music Teacher for a full-time position in a highly successful school in Durham, starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will teach across KS3 and KS4 within a supportive and creative department, engaging students in a vibrant arts-focused environment. This role promises excellent facilities and opportunities for professional development. Paying to scale on MPS/UPS, it provides a nurturing setting for a dedicated educator.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and vibrant school community

Qualifications

• Must have a formal teaching qualification.
• Ability to work legally in the UK.
• Experienced in teaching Music across KS3 and KS4.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music in a mixed secondary school.
• Engage students effectively in a creative environment.
• Participate in leading extracurricular projects.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Creativity in lesson delivery

Strong student engagement

Education

Formal teaching qualification with QTS (i.e. PGCE)

Job description

Job Summary

Our Client is looking for a Music Teacher to work within a highly successful mixed secondary school based in Durham. This is a full-time position starting January 2026.

• Music Teacher required to work on a full-time basis
• Brilliant mixed school in Durham
• Excellent Music Teacher to join a creative and well‑resourced department

The successful Music Teacher will teach across KS3 and KS4, joining a thriving Performing Arts faculty with excellent facilities and strong student engagement.

Experience and Qualifications

• Music Teacher
• Be enthusiastic, inspiring and creative in lesson delivery
• A formal teaching qualification with QTS (i.e. PGCE)
• Legal ability to work within the UK

School Information

This 11–18 mixed school has around 1,200 pupils and a proven record of academic and artistic excellence. In 2024, 94% of students achieved grades 9–4 in English and Maths, and Music achieved an impressive 93% pass rate. The school is equipped with professional rehearsal studios, practice rooms and a digital recording suite that supports a wide range of ensembles and performances throughout the year.

Teachers describe the school as supportive, vibrant and forward‑thinking. The leadership team fosters creativity and provides extensive opportunities for staff development. The arts are central to school life, and teachers are encouraged to innovate and lead extracurricular projects. This is an ideal opportunity for a passionate Music Teacher to thrive in an ambitious yet nurturing environment.

Salary

Paid to scale on MPS / UPS

Application

To be considered for this Music Teacher position please forward an updated CV as soon as possible.