Music Teaching Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bigland Green Primary invites a Music Teaching Assistant to join our school. The role focuses on delivering music lessons aligned with the National Curriculum, supporting teachers and developing singing across the school.

The successful candidate will have a strong musical background and be confident in singing responsibilities. The position runs Monday to Friday, 8:35 AM to 4:35 PM during term time, with an extra Easter week if required.

Qualifications

• Music GCSE grade 6 (B) or above required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide skilled support in music/singing performances.
• Experience, confidence and skills in singing essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach music as required in the National Curriculum following a published scheme of work.
• Lead singing assemblies and support development of singing across the school.
• Resource and lead aspects of the teaching and work with staff to implement the music plan.

Skills

Music knowledge

Strong communication

Singing ability

Teamwork

Education

Music GCSE grade 6 (B) or above

Music A-Level or degree desirable

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

The right candidate will have a strong background in music which must include a music GCSE grade 6 (B) or above; music at A’Level/degree is desirable. They must have strong communication skills and the confidence to discharge the duties effectively. Ability to provide skilled support in music/singing performances will be an advantage. Experience, confidence and skills in singing is essential. Candidates interested in a future teaching career will find this opportunity of exceptional benefit.

What the school offers its staff

The successful candidate will work alongside teachers and other staff members to teach music as required in the National Curriculum following a published scheme of work. The music TA will help with resourcing and lead aspects of the teaching. In particular, they will lead singing assemblies and support the development of singing across the school. The post-holder will be required to work Monday to Friday from 8:35 AM to 4:35 PM (may be adjusted depending on the needs to the school). The post-holder will work during term-time (plus an additional week in Easter if required by the school). Candidates must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Being able to work as part of a team while being driven by own initiative is essential.

Commitment to safeguarding

Bigland Green Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS clearance. We are dedicated to equality and valuing diversity.