Teacher of Music

The David Ross Education Trust; Northampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and creative part-time Teacher of Music to inspire students. This role involves teaching a broad and ambitious music curriculum to students across various year groups, ensuring high-quality learning experiences that foster student development. The successful candidate will be part of a supportive team dedicated to providing enriching educational experiences, helping students build leadership skills and confidence. If you are a dedicated educator with a love for music and a commitment to professional growth, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme

CPD Courses

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Working Patterns

Holiday Discounts

Cinema Tickets Discounts

Restaurant Booking Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• A degree in Music and experience in a secondary school are essential.
• Qualified Teacher Status is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Teach music to students in Years 7 to 13 and assess their progress.
• Prepare engaging lessons and maintain discipline in the classroom.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Planning

Assessment Skills

Education

Degree in Music

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Malcolm Arnold Academy is now recruiting for a Part Time Teacher of Music.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you. We are looking for an excellent Teacher of Music to join our Malcolm Arnold Academy Team. As a school, we are driven to provide an education that is ambitious, broad and knowledge-rich; one that equips our pupils to live full, rich and successful lives.

We strive to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead, in the classroom and on cultural visits, in the sports arena, in music, performance and arts. The education and experiences we offer equip our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience, and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

As a teacher of music you will join our music department, where you will be responsible for:

• Setting high expectations for all learners.
• Teaching our ambitious curriculum to our students in Years 7 to 13.
• Teaching excellent lessons for our students which are well prepared and planned.
• Assessing students' progress and adapting teaching to ensure that you are meeting the needs of all learners.
• To assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students and to keep such records as are required.
• Provide and/or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students and groups of students taught or tutored.
• Ensure that ICT, Literacy, Numeracy and subject specialism(s) are reflected in the teaching/learning experience of students.
• Undertake a designated programme of teaching.
• To ensure a high-quality learning experience for students which meets internal and external quality standards.
• To prepare and update subject materials.
• Use a variety of delivery methods which will stimulate learning appropriate to student needs and demands of the syllabus.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the school’s procedures and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework.
• Contributing to our curriculum planning with our PE team.

Permanent role, part time 0.4 FTE

Salary & Benefits

• M1 – UPS 3 £31,650 - £49,084 FTE per annum
• Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform:
• • holiday discounts
  • cinema tickets
  • restaurant booking discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• A colleague who loves their subject and wants to inspire students.
• A colleague who is committed to their professional development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire confidence, trust and respect amongst staff, students and families.
• A teacher who has a degree in Music and experience of working in a secondary school.
• A colleague who will contribute to the team and school life.
• Qualified Teacher Status.
• Experience of raising levels of achievement and attainment.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.