Primary School Music Teacher

Career Teachers UK; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Music Teacher to join a nurturing primary school in Peckham. This role involves delivering engaging music lessons, fostering students' musical skills, and supporting various school events. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and a strong background in music education. With a commitment to inclusivity and creativity, this position offers a vibrant environment where you can make a meaningful impact on students' lives. Join a team dedicated to enriching the educational experience and inspiring a love for music among young learners.

Benefits

Monthly free CPD training

Access to 23 free online courses

Cashbacks and discounts

Refer a friend scheme (£125 for each referral)

Qualifications

• Strong background in music education and performance.
• Passionate about working with children of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging music lessons across Key Stages 1 and 2.
• Organise and support musical performances and school events.

Skills

Music Education

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Enthusiasm for Teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title: Music Teacher
Location: Peckham
Contract: Fulltime
Start Date: September 2025

Career teachers is currently working with a local primary school, rated GOOD by Ofsted who are seeking a passionate and dedicated Music Teacher to join their vibrant team. They are a nurturing, inclusive school in the heart of Peckham, committed to providing a rich and creative curriculum for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and inclusive music lessons across Key Stages 1 and 2
• Develop students’ musical skills and appreciation through singing, instruments, and composition
• Organise and support musical performances, assemblies, and school events
• Foster a love for music that supports pupils’ overall well-being and confidence

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A strong background in music education and performance
• Enthusiasm for working with children of all abilities and backgrounds
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Benefits for working with Career Teachers:

• Choose how to get paid (Umbrella or PAYE)
• Monthly free CPD training ran by education professionals.
• Access to 23 free online courses including Safeguarding and Prevent
• Benefits and rewards such as cashbacks and discounts through our Affinity scheme
• Refer a friend scheme (£125 for each successful referral!)

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about teaching and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV or contact Tamima on 0207 105 3499

Career Teachers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

At Career Teachers we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12 week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.

All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.

Benefits of working with Career Teachers

Free CPD

Access to Skills Network

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition programme

Affinity Extra – Thousands of discounts on multiple high street shops including coffee and cinemas, plus other benefits and a Health & Wellbeing portal.

These benefits are applicable to those who are working with Career Teachers. You will gain access to the Affinity Extra this portal once you start working with us.

Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:

– Attend an interview in person;

– Give details for us to complete Reference checks;

– Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.