Teacher of Music

Aspire People; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Southwark is seeking a passionate Teacher of Music to inspire students through engaging lessons and creativity focus. With a commitment to high-quality education, the Music department provides an enriching environment for students to express themselves. This permanent position offers a competitive Inner London salary and the chance to shape young minds in a vibrant learning community.

Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience teaching Music at secondary school level.
• Skilled in teaching both voice and instrumental.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere promoting creativity.
• Collaborate with colleagues for the integration of Music across the curriculum.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Creativity

Education

Undergraduate degree in Music or related field

Job description

Teacher of Music

Location: Southwark
Start: September 2025
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Inner London MPS - UPS (£38,766 - £60,092)

Are you an ambitious Teacher of Music with multiple areas of interest and expertise across the curriculum?

Perhaps your current school may not be able to support you with your long-term career goals?
Aspire People are currently working with an excellent school in Southwark who are looking for a Teacher of Music for September 2025.

Teacher of Music - the school:

Located in Southwark, this school is a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking setting committed to providing a high-quality education to all pupils. They pride themselves on fostering a culture of creativity, diversity, and academic excellence. With strong values of respect, collaboration, and innovation, they aim to equip their pupils with the skills and confidence to succeed in an ever-changing world.

The Music department plays a vital role in offering students the opportunity to express themselves and explore different forms of creativity.

In addition to excellent teaching, the school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including performances and orchestras.

Teacher of Music - responsibilities:

* Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and creative Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (with the potential to extend to Key Stage 5).
* Encourage students to explore a variety of performance styles.
* Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that promotes creativity and self-expression.
* Assess and track student progress, providing constructive feedback to support development.
* Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the integration of Music across the curriculum.
* Maintain a well-organised and inspiring classroom environment.

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; KS5 experience is a bonus).
* Skilled in teaching both voice and instrumental.
* Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
* A passion for inspiring students to explore and develop their creativity.
* Commitment to continuous professional development.

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.