Teacher of Music

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are working with a high-achieving single-sex secondary school for girls located on the Sutton and Surrey borders. They seek an outstanding Teacher of Music to join from January 2027 to July 2027 for a full-time fixed-term contract.

You will teach Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, design engaging lessons, and support students to achieve excellent academic outcomes. QTS or equivalent and a passion for Music are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Be able to teach Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.
• Possess strong subject knowledge and a passion for Music.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and teaching practice.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.
• Planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire curiosity about the world.
• Supporting students to achieve excellent academic outcomes.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

KS3-5 teaching

Passion for Music

Classroom management

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Teacher of MusicSutton / Surrey Borders | January 2027 - July 2027 | Fixed-Term ContractSalary: M1 - UPS3 Fringe

Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be working with a high-achieving and well-respected secondary school for girls located on the Sutton and Surrey borders in their search for an outstanding Teacher of Music to join their team from January 2027 until July 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Music faculty within a school renowned for its academic excellence, exceptional student outcomes and commitment to staff development.

The role would suit both experienced teachers and ambitious Early Career Teachers looking to work in a supportive and aspirational environment.

The Role

Full-time Teacher of Music

Full-term contract from January 2027 to July 2027

Salary: M1 - UPS3 Fringe

• Teaching Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire curiosity about the world
• Supporting students to achieve excellent academic outcomes

Why Apply?

This highly successful and oversubscribed school has built an enviable reputation for academic achievement, strong pastoral care and excellent behaviour. Students are motivated, enthusiastic learners who are encouraged to develop both academically and personally.

The school offers:

• A welcoming and collaborative Music department
• Well-equipped classrooms and excellent teaching resources
• Highly engaged students with positive attitudes to learning
• Outstanding professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to high-quality trust-wide training programmes
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Family-friendly employment practices
• Generous pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives
• Excellent transport links across Sutton, Cheam, Epsom and South London
• Opportunities to contribute to a wide range of enrichment activities, educational visits and fieldwork programmes

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Be able to teach Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Possess strong subject knowledge and a passion for Music
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and teaching practice
• Be committed to helping students achieve their full potential
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

Applications are welcomed from teachers at all stages of their careers, including Early Career Teachers. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Richard Brittain at [e-mail].