Teacher of Music

WOODHEY HIGH SCHOOL; Bury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local secondary school in Bury is seeking a passionate Teacher of Music who will inspire and nurture students' musical talents through engaging lessons and performances. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in music education, creativity in teaching, and enjoy leading extracurricular activities. This permanent position offers excellent benefits and support.

Benefits

Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching music at secondary level.
• Ability to foster a love of music among students.

Responsibilities

• Nurture students' musical talents and creativity.
• Deliver engaging lessons and conduct performances.
• Lead extracurricular music activities.

Skills

Passionate musician

Creative teaching

Engagement in extracurricular activities

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher of Music

Bury, Lancashire

M1 - UPS3 - £32,916-£51,084

Permanent

Woodhey High School

Are you a passionate musician and inspiring educator ready to make a difference? We are seeking a dynamic and creative Teacher of Music to join our vibrant team at Woodhey! You will nurture students' musical talents, spark creativity, and foster a lifelong love of music through engaging lessons, performances, and extracurricular opportunities.

Join Shaw Education Trust - Support, Teach, Lead… Make the Remarkable Happen.

At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role holds the power to transform a life. Whether you’re supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, or leading with vision, you’ll be part of something extraordinary.

We are a dynamic and growing family of Primary, Secondary and Special Schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our mission is to unlock opportunity for every young person regardless of their background, ability or starting point.

Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to growth. Through high‑quality training, apprenticeships, talent acceleration and research opportunities, we empower staff to thrive as skilled, confident professionals and champion wellbeing and inclusivity.

You will join a collaborative network of schools where shared expertise and professional community fuel success. Every academy has an equal voice and every colleague shapes tailored learning experiences that raise aspirations and build a brighter future.

In our secondary schools

We pride ourselves on an innovative approach to curriculum design, ensuring breadth and ambition for all students. We constantly seek to innovate and provide opportunities to develop knowledge and skills for life. We also introduce vocational and technical pathways to prepare students for T Levels and apprenticeships.

Our secondary schools are driving PedTech across the sector. We are committed to a fully digitally enhanced curriculum and are working towards full 1:1 device delivery and use of iPads in lessons.

Shaw Education Trust Employee Benefits

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Generous holiday entitlement from your first day (37 days rising to 39 days after 5 years)
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan
• Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Institute of Education and opportunities to flourish in your role

Benefits for Colleagues within the Trust

• Full range of courses, both in-house and professionally accredited, including National Professional Qualifications and Early Career Teacher Programme
• Experienced leadership and subject‑specific support
• Guidance from former HMI and serving Ofsted Inspectors
• Access to the Trust’s Institute of Education and SCITT
• Opportunities to work with different schools as a Professional Advocate
• Participation in peer reviews
• Access to a suite of online courses
• Platform for placement projects within our family of schools