Secondary Music Teacher

Protocol Education Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Secondary Music Teacher for a Walsall school. This role requires UK QTS and involves teaching KS3 and KS4 Music. Candidates should have a strong grasp of music theory and experience in engaging students creatively. The position offers opportunities for extra-curricular involvement and professional development. Pay will be weekly and inclusive of holiday pay.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay without umbrella deductions

Access to CPD Academy for training

Personal consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience guiding year 7 and GCSE students in music.
• Ability to lead extra-curricular activities.
• Energy and humour in teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full teaching responsibilities for KS3 and KS4 Music.
• Run extra-curricular clubs and performances.
• Plan collaboratively with department resources.

Skills

Experience teaching Music in secondary settings

Solid grasp of music theory

Classroom delivery skills

Ability to engage students

Education

UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Secondary Music Teacher – Full-Time (Walsall)
Location: Walsall, West Midlands
️ Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, long-term or permanent

Hit the right note with a new role in Walsall.
Ready to lead the next generation of musicians? Whether you’re guiding year 7 through ukulele basics or helping GCSE students ace their composition coursework, this Walsall secondary school wants a Music Teacher who can bring rhythm, relevance, and real inspiration to the classroom.

The school has a strong arts culture and is known for championing creative subjects. They’re after a dynamic full-time Music Teacher who can deliver across KS3 and KS4, with room to grow the department (and possibly conduct a few school concerts along the way).

What’s in store:

• Full teaching responsibilities across KS3 and KS4 Music

• Supportive department and shared planning resources

• Opportunities to run extra-curricular clubs, performances or peripatetic coordination

• Pupils who are keen, curious and surprisingly into string quartets (or synthwave)

You’ll need:

• UK QTS and experience teaching Music in secondary settings

• A solid grasp of music theory, composition, and classroom delivery

• Energy, humour, and the ability to get even the quiet ones singing

Why go with Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella deductions

• Free Thrive training to support student wellbeing

• Personal consultant support from local experts

• Access to our CPD Academy (and yes, it includes music-focused sessions!)

• Easy, no-fuss registration and interview prep

Let’s find your perfect classroom and get you back doing what you do best—teaching, inspiring, and turning up the volume on student potential.

Apply now or drop us a message to learn more—don’t miss the beat.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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