Teacher of Music - John Taylor Free School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust is seeking a part-time Teacher of Music for a 12-month maternity cover in Burton upon Trent. The role involves teaching Music to A level and contributing to a broad curriculum. Interested candidates should have qualified teacher status and a passion for fostering student engagement in music. Applications can be submitted via the provided email, with a closing date of 24th November 2025.

Benefits

Personalized professional learning

Coaching culture

Life-friendly approach to teaching

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Music to KS3 and GCSE levels.
• Passion for music education and developing student interest.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a teaching team.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music across all key stages.
• Develop and implement engaging Music curriculum.
• Participate in the Music Department's extracurricular activities.

Skills

Experience in Music teaching

Ability to teach to A level

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Teacher of Music
12-month fixed term (Maternity Cover)
Part time position, working 19.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
Easter 2026 start (or earlier if possible)

Salary: MPS1 – UPS3 - £32,916 - £51,048 per annum pro rata

Actual Salary: £19,749.60 - £30,628.80 per annum

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives – and the world. As a partner academy in JTMAT, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Music to join our evolving organisation.

The successful candidate will be experienced to A level, or alternatively this post is also suitable for new entrants to the profession. At KS3 we have developed a broad and balanced curriculum which not only prepares students for the demands of GCSE but develops an interest and appreciation of music, both as a listener and active participator. In year 9, students can choose a music pathway which allows for the study of Music Technology or Performance. This can be followed by the study of OCR GCSE Music. We have a range of thriving enrichments available for students within the Music Department and offer a range of peripatetic lessons. All staff are expected to work alongside the teaching staff to be role models for our students, demonstrating the highest standards of teamwork, collaboration and respect. Please see the accompanying job description for further details about the position.

John Taylor Free School is an inclusive school with a positive approach to wellbeing. We offer the following support:

• 2 hours of personalised professional learning each week
• A coaching culture
• Additional non-contact time for coaching / reading / personal development
• Shared resources, Schemes of Learning and Curriculum Plans
• A ‘life-friendly’ approach to teaching

We welcome applications from those who want to work flexibly, or if you are looking for a full-time role.

Visits to the school are very welcome. Please contact Mrs Sian Byrne by email [e-mail] or telephone [phone] to make an appointment.

Completed application forms should be emailed to [e-mail]

Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Monday 24th November 2025

Selection / Interview: Friday 5th December 2025

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.
Please review our Recruitment Pack on the school website before submitting your application.