Part Time Music Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a passionate and committed part-time Music teacher to join a vibrant secondary school in Surrey, starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status, excellent teaching management skills, and a strong understanding of music curriculum and assessment. This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact student success in a supportive educational environment, enriched by strong pastoral care and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to professional growth opportunities

Use of sporting facilities including a swimming pool

Wellbeing Programme and social events for staff

Qualifications

• Committed to improving teaching and learning.
• Good or outstanding teaching record.
• Understanding of curriculum and assessment requirements for Music.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Music lessons covering a range of modules.
• Work as part of a dedicated team.
• Engage in the broader life of the school.

Skills

Passion for Music

Teaching Management Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Theoretical and Practical Curriculum Understanding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status or Equivalent

Music-related Degree

Job description

PT, 0.6, Teacher of Music

Main/Upper Teachers Fringe pay scale.

January 2026

Surrey

Tradewind Recruitment are excited to be working alongside a good in all areas, mixed secondary school in Surrey in their hiring of a part-time Music teacher for a January 2026 start date.

The successful candidate will be passionate about Music, committed to improving teaching and learning, have good or outstanding teaching, management and interpersonal skills, commitment to leading continuous improvement, good interpersonal and presentational skills, be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.

In order to be considered, you will require qualified teacher status or an equivalent qualification, relevant specialist qualifications and experience (for example a Music-related degree), ability to deliver high-quality Music lessons covering a range of modules and concepts, both theoretical and practical, understanding of curriculum and assessment requirements for Music, enthusiasm and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning in preparation for examinations.

In return, you'll be an important part of a dedicated team with access to opportunities for professional growth and the ability to have a core impact on student's academic success in a key topic. You'll be working in a large and vibrant schools which offers its students a broad curriculum and a wealth of enrichment activities.

The school celebrates students from all backgrounds, religions, and abilities. This is highlighted by their centre for visually impaired students, which empowers blind and partially sighted students to access a mainstream curriculum and socialise in a friendly and safe environment with their peers. Students from this school will go on to thrive in a range of destinations: from apprenticeships with local businesses to degrees at Russell Group Universities, including Oxford and Cambridge. Their careers provision, including 'Future Friday' talks from alumni, is outstanding.

The school has excellent sporting facilities including a heated outdoor swimming pool available for staff use. They have recently achieved the Gold Artsmark award, and value vocational subjects alongside a traditional academic curriculum.

Teaching at this school is hugely fulfilling, and many teachers work with the Sixth Form as well as the lower school. Staff are encouraged to become fully immersed in the broader life of the school, whether that is raising money for charity, attending the Y8 camp, or supporting the School Show. The school keep a keen eye on work-life balance through their Wellbeing Programme, and there are regular social events for staff.

If you are passionate about Music and committed to achieving outstanding student attainment outcomes, Tradewind would welcome hearing from you immediately.