Teacher of Music and KS3 Coordinator for Music - Jan. 2026

Harrodian; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school seeks a dynamic Teacher of Music and KS3 Coordinator to nurture a passion for music among students. This role offers a chance to develop professionally in a supportive environment, contributing significantly to the vibrant music culture of the school.

Benefits

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Free lunches during term time

Qualifications

• Commitment to curriculum leadership and development at KS3.
• Good piano/keyboard skills and confident vocal ability.
• Ability to lead musical performances and ensembles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging music lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Lead music performances, events, and after-school clubs.
• Contribute to shaping the extracurricular life of the school.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Engaging lesson delivery

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Education

Teaching qualification

Tools

Music technology software

Microsoft Office

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We are looking for a well-organised, dynamic and committed teacher to join our thriving Music Department, which plays a central role in the creative and cultural life of the School. The specialist teacher will also take on the role of KS3 Curriculum Co-ordinator. The successful candidate will be dedicated to nurturing a love of music in pupils from Years 7 to 9 and will contribute to the ongoing development of our Key Stage 3 curriculum.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher to develop professionally within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Music holds a high status at Harrodian, with frequent performances and concerts that showcase our commitment to the arts and to fostering students’ expressive and creative development.

Applications are warmly welcomed from both talented and highly experienced music teachers as well as from ECTs. A teaching qualification is essential to this role. Applicants must demonstrate their considerable experience and passion for delivering music to groups of children, alongside proven behaviour management skills and the ability to think on their feet! They will lead by example, consistently modeling excellent practice and promoting excellence in teaching and learning. Experience in the use of ICT within the music curriculum and a willingness to keep up to date with development in this area would be highly advantageous.

Teaching staff at Harrodian should expect to lead a form, run lunch-time/after-school clubs and contribute to shaping the extra-curricular life of the school. We are continually developing our range of teaching resources within the department and we endeavour to provide a range of exciting opportunities for pupils to develop their appreciation of Music. The department seeks to promote Music outside the classroom and the post-holder will be encouraged to organise trips, visits and musical productions. Involvement with these latter responsibilities will particularly suit a teacher with strong organisational and communication skills.

Essential

Person Specification:

• Strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for music education
• Ability to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and ideally KS5)
• A commitment to curriculum leadership and development at KS3
• Good piano/keyboard skills and confident vocal ability
• Strong organisational skills
• An ability to lead musical performances, ensembles, events and activities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Good working knowledge of music technology and digital resources in music education (Garageband, Logic, etc.)
• Proficiency in working with different software applications, including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive and productive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Good sense of humour
• A desire to work in a vibrant independent school
  
  

Desirable

• Evidence of further relevant professional development
• Skills in arranging music or leading instrumental ensembles
  
  

Departmental Structure

This post reports to the Director of Music.

Accommodation and Equipment

There are four full-time music teachers at Harrodian, as well as a team of 17 visiting music staff teaching a variety of instruments. The Music Department is housed in its own building and incorporates 3 teaching classrooms, 7 practice rooms and an auditorium space for concerts and recitals. There are 12 iMacs in the department, each running Logic Pro X, Garageband and Sibelius software.

Founded in 1993, the Harrodian is a co-educational school set on 25 acres of grounds with excellent facilities. Providing staff and students alike with a welcoming and exceptional learning environment, where small class sizes and high standards foster academic excellence, we value enthusiasm, adaptability and a commitment to student engagement across all ability levels. A sense of fun, responsiveness to individual learning needs, and an open approach to teaching are qualities we regard highly. Staff are also expected to contribute to the pastoral and co-curricular life of the school, ensuring a holistic and enriching educational experience for all pupils.

Working days and hours

This is a full-time, permanent position. Full-time working days and hours at Harrodian are Mondays from 08h00 to 17h00 and Tuesdays to Fridays from 08h15 to 17h00. Five (full) staff training days are held over the year, at the start of the Autumn, October half, and Spring terms. Term dates are published on the School's website.

Salary And Benefits

The agreed salary will depend upon qualifications and experience.

Harrodian offers a range of benefits, including a free car park (on a first come first served basis), a cycle to work scheme, free refreshments and lunches during term time, free access to some of the School’s sport and leisure facilities at stipulated times, access to an ongoing cycle of cultural, musical, theatrical and sporting talks and events, and a defined contribution pension scheme.

How to apply

Please submit a fully-completed application form, to include a cover letter addressed to the Headmaster, and full CV, accounting for any gaps in employment

Closing date: Monday, 30th June 2025 at 9am.

Interview dates: TBC. As part of the interview process all candidates will be required to teach an academic lesson. Preparation work in advance of the class lesson will be required and details will be provided prior to interview. Please note: The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the application process.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Harrodian is unable to act as a sponsor for an employment visa.

Safeguarding and employment checks: Harrodian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to receipt of satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service, checks with any applicable Overseas Criminal Records body, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK. In accordance with current Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations, online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks. Please read our Safer Recruiting Policy and Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy by selecting from our list of policies HERE.

All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Enhanced DBS check will give details of all spent and unspent convictions and other recordable matters. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available from HR. References will be taken up and the School may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications.

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