Music Teacher – Supportive School – Ashford

Marchant Recruitment; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Secondary school in Ashford is seeking a passionate Music Teacher to join its thriving Music department on a full-time basis. You’ll teach Music across key stages, contribute to the school’s vibrant community, and benefit from a well-resourced department in a school renowned for academic excellence.

The ideal candidate holds QTS with a recognised qualification (e.g. PGCE), shows enthusiasm for inspiring students of all abilities, and demonstrates excellent communication and classroom

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE).
• Excellent subject knowledge in Music and a passion for teaching.
• Ability to inspire students of all abilities with strong communication.
• Proven classroom practice and effective behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music across key stages in a high-performing secondary school.
• Deliver engaging and thought-provoking lessons that promote academic excellence.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community.

Skills

Music teaching

QTS

PGCE

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

QTS

PGCE

Job description

A prominent Secondary school is seeking a passionate and inspiring Music Teacher to join one of Ashford’s most highly regarded schools. Renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and ambitious ethos, this prestigious school is seeking a talented educator to become part of its thriving Music department on a full-time basis.

This is a rare chance to teach motivated, high-achieving students in an environment where learning is genuinely valued, and staff are exceptionally well supported. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and well-resourced department within a school celebrated for both its academic success and its warm, inclusive community.

The Role

• Full-time Music Teacher position
• Teach Music across key stages within a high-performing Secondary school
• Join a successful, collaborative, and exceptionally well-resourced department
• Deliver engaging and thought-provoking lessons that inspire intellectual curiosity and academic excellence
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE)
• Possesses excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Music
• Has the ability to inspire and challenge students of all abilities
• Demonstrates strong classroom practice and excellent communication skills
• Has the legal right to work in the UK

About the School

Located in the heart of Ashford, this outstanding Secondary school enjoys an exceptional reputation both locally and nationally. Widely recognised for its academic achievement and commitment to student development, the school combines traditional values with a forward-thinking and culturally rich educational environment.

Highlights include:

• Named among the Top 100 Secondary Schools in 2024
• Outstanding academic results, including 86% A*–B at A-Level
• 91% of GCSE grades awarded at 9–7 (A*/A equivalent)
• State-of-the-art facilities and outstanding teaching resources
• Exemplary student behaviour and attitudes to learning
• A deeply supportive pastoral system where student wellbeing is prioritised
• A vibrant and diverse school community with extensive enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom

Competitive salary paid on the Secondary School Pay Scale.