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Teacher of Music and Drama

Meadow Park School

Coventry

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GBP 32,000 - 52,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading educational institution in Coventry is looking for a passionate Teacher of Music and Drama. The ideal candidate will inspire students through creativity and deliver high-quality lessons in an enthusiastic environment. A focus on student engagement and a strong commitment to educational excellence is essential. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Collaborative teaching environment

Dedicated staff support

Strong community sense

Investment in modern facilities

Qualifications

Must be a qualified teacher with strong music skills.
Experience in teaching music and drama is essential.
Passion for delivering a high-quality education.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver exciting Music and Drama curriculum.
Inspire students to learn and engage in creative expression.
Collaborate with colleagues to enhance learning experiences.

Skills

Commitment to student success

Strong personal drive

Creative teaching approach

Excellent music skills

Education

QTS/PGCE in Music or Drama

Teacher of Music and Drama at Meadow Park School

Job Reference: EDV/2025/MPS/33061

Location: Abbey Road, Whitley, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 4BD

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)

ECT/TMS/UPS: 1.0 FTE

Closing Date: 9:00am, 9th Dec 2025

Start Date: April 2026 or earlier

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): TBC

About this Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Meadow Park School for a motivated and dynamic teacher to join a strong and enthusiastic team, where teachers are committed to delivering a high quality, lively and interesting curriculum to challenge and inspire all our students. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Teacher of Music and Drama, with an ambitious vision to develop and grow the subject throughout the school. The ideal candidate will be an excellent musician who shares a passion for learning and teaching, has outstanding subject knowledge and takes a creative approach, which excites students.

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust is a growing organisation, which is currently made up of eight schools across Coventry and Warwickshire, of which Meadow Park School is one. The Primary and Secondary schools in Finham Park MAT set out to pioneer, innovate and deliver a "World Class" education for all.

At Meadow Park School we are committed to nurturing excellence, growing aspiration and thriving together. Meadow Park School strives to achieve excellent outcomes for young people, but also provides opportunities for them to be creative, innovative and to enjoy their learning.

Meadow Park was recently inspected by Ofsted and graded "Good" for Attitude to Learning, Personal Development and Leadership (November 2023). The Lead Inspector noted in their report that:

"Pupils, parents and staff all describe the significant improvements that have taken place at the school since the arrival of the new headteacher";
"There is now a clear and ambitious vision evident from all leaders to improve the quality of education for all pupils";
"The school is welcoming to all pupils and frequently described as caring and compassionate".

The successful candidate must be:

Committed to making a positive difference to the lives of students and staff.
Resilient with a strong personal drive.
Passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for students in school.
Values driven, dedicated to "Thrive Together".

We will offer you:

A positive and innovative learning culture, where wellbeing and workload are effectively managed.
A dedicated, highly skilled and committed staff, upholding high expectations and aspirations for all of our students.
A strong sense of community and a warm, welcoming workplace.
Frequent opportunities to collaborate with teachers and support staff from the other schools in the MAT to develop and share best practice.
A vibrant, modern building and facilities (including the use of two minibuses for fixtures/tournaments) in a beautiful location within easy reach of the M40/M6 corridor.

Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you relish the chance to support colleagues to secure rapid sustained school improvement? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Candidates who submit an application form before the closing date may be invited for interview early; therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible.

Visits to the school are welcomed. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the Headteacher, Bernadette Pettman about the role, telephone 02476 302580.

Your closing date is Tuesday 9th December 2025.

Completed application forms should be returned to apply@finhampark.co.uk or by post to:

Finham Park MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage and if you are offered a job position with us.

Online Checks: In line with KCSIE (Keeping children Safe in Education) 2024 we will complete online searches as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks they will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified we reserve the right to withdraw your application.