Teacher of Music (Primary)

SMART Multi Academy Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne, North Shields; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a passionate Teacher of Music to inspire students and foster a love for music. The role involves delivering high-quality music education, organising performances, and collaborating with staff and parents. The successful candidate will join a supportive team dedicated to student wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Commitment to CPD and teacher development

Commitment to pupil and staff wellbeing

Diverse school community

Extensive school grounds and facilities

Supportive staff environment

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic practitioner committed to effective musical learning.
• Demonstrates highly effective classroom practice.

Responsibilities

• Organise school performances, shows, and events.
• Work effectively with parents and monitor staff.
• Lead singing assemblies and play the piano.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Resilience

Creativity

Job description

Stocksfield Avenue Primary School is part of SMART Multi Academy Trust, you will be employed by the Board of Trustees.



Stocksfield Avenue Primary School

St Cuthbert’s Road

Fenham

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE5 2DQ



Required from September 2025 or as soon after.

Working days can be negotiable.



The Board of Trustees of SMART Multi Academy Trust are seeking to appoint a new Teacher of Music for Stocksfield Avenue Primary School. At Stocksfield Avenue Primary School we believe that learning should be a rewarding, enjoyable and inspiring experience for everyone. To achieve this, we constantly strive to deliver teaching that is based on a broad balanced curriculum that is also creative. We do this in an environment where children are valued, successes celebrated, and all are empowered to take responsibility and aspire to be the very best they can be.



Music is at the heart of our school, and we have a strong culture of singing, performing and instrumental learning. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about high quality music education and continue the work we do to ensure every child in school accesses music to the best of their ability.



The successful applicant will be a teacher who:

• Is an enthusiastic practitioner who is committed to providing highly effective musical learning experiences for all pupils


• Can work effectively with parents to provide the best for their children


• Can work with, liaise with, and monitor peripatetic staff


• Can organise school performances, shows and events across the school year


• Demonstrates highly effective classroom practice


• Has high expectations of themselves and their children in a creative environment


• Has curriculum expertise and confidence in music


• Is committed to developing and sustaining excellent relationships across the whole school community


• Has excellent communication and organisational skills


• Has an approachable, determined and resilient character


• Can lead singing assemblies and play the piano

What we can offer:

• Commitment to CPD and teacher development.


• Commitment to pupil and staff wellbeing.


• A diverse school community with fantastic pupils and families.


• Extensive school grounds, spacious classrooms and wonderful facilities, including a music room


• Happy, friendly, welcoming and supportive staff


• Being part of a committed and supportive Trust that prioritises staff and pupils.

Please download an application pack fromwww.northeastjobs.org.ukunder Newcastle City Council



If required a hard copy application pack can be obtained from the school office or by emailing:[e-mail]



Completed Application Form and Safe Recruitment Form should be emailed to:[e-mail]



Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025 (12pm)

Shortlisting date: Monday 2nd June

Interviews, tasks and observations: Monday 9th June



Visits to the school are welcome at the following times:



Tuesday 20th May 2.30pm

Tuesday 20th May 3.30pm

Wednesday 21st May 9.10am



Please contact the school office on 0191 274 8434 to arrange.



SMART Multi Academy Trust is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and satisfy a range of pre-employment checks.



Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers BEFORE the final selection stage, even if you indicate otherwise. Please also note that if you do not hear from us within a few days of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.