Teacher of Music

Aspire People; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant school in Barnet seeks an enthusiastic Teacher of Music to join their dedicated Performing Arts department. This role involves planning and delivering Music lessons, inspiring students, and contributing to extracurricular activities. Ideal candidates will have QTS and a relevant degree, showcasing a passion for music education within a supportive community.

Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience teaching Music at secondary school level (KS3-KS4).
• A passion for engaging young people through high-quality musical experiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Lead and support school productions, choirs, orchestras, or instrumental groups.
• Monitor and track student progress, offering constructive feedback.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Engagement

Education

Undergraduate degree in Music

Job description

Teacher of Music

Location: Barnet
Start: September 2025
Salary: Outer London MPS - UPS (£36,413 - £53,994 depending on experience)

Are you an enthusiastic and ambitious Music teacher looking to join a high-achieving, creative, and supportive school community?

We are proud to be working with an Outstanding-rated secondary school in Barnet, renowned not only for its academic excellence but also for its exceptional Performing Arts provision, which plays a central role in school life.

Teacher of Music - the school:

This vibrant and inclusive school in Barnet has a long-standing reputation for nurturing talent, promoting self-expression, and delivering outstanding educational outcomes. With a dedicated Performing Arts department offering state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic extra-curricular programme, the school provides an ideal environment for a passionate and skilled Music teacher to thrive.

Pupils here are encouraged to explore their creativity through regular concerts, musicals, ensembles, and inter-school performances. Music is valued highly and sits at the heart of the school's ethos and culture.

Teacher of Music - responsibilities:

* Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and creative Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
* Inspire students to develop their musical skills in both individual and group contexts.
* Lead and support school productions, choirs, orchestras, or instrumental groups.
* Foster a love for music through an inclusive and encouraging classroom environment.
* Monitor and track student progress, offering constructive feedback.
* Contribute to the wider life of the Performing Arts department and collaborate with Drama and Dance colleagues on cross-disciplinary projects.

Teacher of Music - requirements:

* UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
* An undergraduate degree in Music or a related field.
* Experience teaching Music at secondary school level (KS3-KS4).
* Confidence in teaching both vocal and instrumental disciplines.
* Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
* A passion for engaging young people through high-quality musical experiences.
* A commitment to ongoing professional development and department collaboration.

How to apply:

If this Teacher of Music role sounds like something you would be interested in, please don't hesitate to apply via this advert. Michaela at Aspire People will be in touch ASAP if you have been shortlisted.

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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.


Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.