Teacher of Music

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy in Wellingborough, Northants invites applications for a Teacher of Music (Maternity Cover) on the Main/Upper Pay Range. The successful candidate will be an innovative practitioner committed to raising achievement and enjoyment in Music, joining a supportive faculty.

The post starts in November 2026. Please contact Mr Alastair Mitchell for more information; closing date is 9.00am Wednesday 30th September 2026. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Experienced Music Teacher with commitment to raising achievement in Music.
• Ability to work within a team and contribute to school culture.

Responsibilities

• Join a committed faculty and contribute to excellence in music education.
• Support learners to achieve and enjoy learning music.

Job description

Teacher of Music (Maternity Cover)

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, Wellingborough, Northants

Main/Upper Pay Range

Maternity Cover

Required for November 2026

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of Sir Christopher Hatton Academy.Formed in 1983, our mission is to ‘Aim for Excellence’ in all that we do.

We are seeking an innovative practitioner who is committed to raising the achievement and enjoyment of learners in Music. The successful applicant will be an experienced Music Teacher who will join a committed faculty, who support each other in our journey of excellence.

We think that our Academy is a great place to develop as a teacher and leader.Don’t just take our word for it, here’s a direct quote from our last staff wellbeing survey:“This workplace is highly supportive, and the leadership have the best intentions to support you, and to do their best to help you grow. “

Here at Sir Christopher Hatton Academy we provide an education with character, encompassing ourcore values of Excellence, Aspiration, Achievement, Inspiration and Community to ensure that all our students are flourishing and prepared for the tests of life, not just a life of tests.

For more information, please contact Mr Alastair Mitchell, Co-Principal on [e-mail]

Closing Date for receipt of applications: 9.00am Wednesday 30th September 2026

We value honesty and integrity and our recruitment processes help us understand what you uniquely contribute. Submissions that rely too heavily on AI risk obscuring the very qualities we are looking to discover. If you use AI, let it support your thinking, not replace it.

Education without limits; Integrity at all times

Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Bureau Service check and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references.