Music Teacher – Outstanding Secondary School – Oxfordshire – September Start

Perham Education Partnership; Oxford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding secondary school in Oxford is seeking a passionate Music Teacher to join its dynamic Performing Arts department. The successful candidate will inspire students through practical lessons and will have opportunities to lead musical ensembles. This role is perfect for an enthusiastic newly qualified teacher eager to contribute to a creative learning environment with exceptional facilities and supportive leadership.

Benefits

Expert mentoring from experienced teachers

Purpose-built music facilities

Strong culture of extra-curricular participation

Qualifications

• Ideal for newly qualified Music Teachers or those qualifying this academic year.
• Ready to bring energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to the department.
• A genuine passion for teaching and music-making is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Develop skills in performance, composition, and music theory.
• Support or lead musical ensembles and participate in concerts.

Skills

Creativity

Engagement

Passion for music

Education

Music-related degree

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22.06.2025

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Music Teacher – Outstanding Secondary School – Oxfordshire – September Start

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a passionate and ambitious Music ECT to begin their teaching career in a creative and inclusive secondary school located in Oxfordshire. With a long-standing tradition of musical excellence and a progressive approach to the performing arts, this school provides a vibrant and encouraging environment for both students and early career teachers.

Music is central to school life here, with regular performances, ensemble opportunities, and cross-curricular projects bringing creativity to the forefront of learning. You’ll be joining a respected Performing Arts department that collaborates closely to deliver high-quality, diverse music education to students of all abilities and backgrounds.

Why This School?
A well-established and nurturing ECT programme with expert mentoring from experienced music teachers
Purpose-built music facilities including recording equipment, rehearsal spaces, and digital composition suites
Leadership that actively encourages creative exploration and performance opportunities
A strong culture of extra-curricular participation, with school concerts, musicals, and outreach events

Your Role as a Music ECT:
You will teach Music across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping students to develop key skills in performance, composition, and music theory. Your lessons will be practical, engaging, and inclusive—designed to make every student feel confident exploring their musical interests. From your first term, you’ll be encouraged to support or lead musical ensembles and participate in concerts, giving you real scope to shape your teaching journey from the outset.

Who Should Apply?
This role is ideal for a newly qualified Music Teacher (or one qualifying this academic year) who is ready to bring energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to a well-resourced and forward-thinking department. You should hold a music-related degree, have QTS or be on track to receive it, and possess a genuine passion for both teaching and music-making. A desire to contribute to the wider life of the school through extra-curricular involvement is warmly welcomed.

If you’re ready to launch your teaching career in a school that will challenge, inspire, and support you from day one, apply now for a September 2025 start in Oxfordshire.