Teacher of Music - The Thomas Hardye School

Dorset Council UK; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a passionate Teacher of Music to join a thriving music department. The successful candidate will teach KS3 to KS5, lead ensembles, and contribute to an engaging curriculum. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students through music and performance, nurturing a lifelong love for the arts. Join a community known for academic excellence and creativity.

Benefits

Engaging curriculum

Strong community collaborations

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to teach across KS3-KS5 in music and music technology.
• Strong subject knowledge and classroom presence.
• Passion for performance and leadership in musical ensembles.

Responsibilities

• Teach a dynamic curriculum across various music subjects.
• Lead and assist in ensembles, choirs, and productions.
• Contribute to concerts, trips, and community collaborations.

Skills

Classroom management

Music performance

Subject knowledge in music

Ensemble leadership

Creativity

Job description

Overview

Teacher of Music

Start date: 01/01/26 or earlier if possible

The Thomas Hardye School is seeking a passionate and inspiring Teacher of Music to join our thriving and dynamic Music Department. You will teach across KS3-KS5, contributing to the delivery of our exciting curriculum; Year 9 KS3 (music and drama), GCSE Music and A Level Music Technology, and playing a key role in our extensive co-curricular programme.

We are looking for a teacher who will inspire a love of music in all students—whether through classroom teaching, ensemble leadership, or creative performance opportunities.

About The School & Music Department

The Thomas Hardye School has an outstanding reputation for academic excellence, creativity, and opportunity. Music is at the heart of our community, with a department that is recognised for the breadth and quality of its provision.

• Facilities: Two fully equipped music ICT suites, a recording studio, four practice rooms, a large rehearsal room, and the newly refurbished Hardye Theatre.
• Curriculum: Broad and engaging courses at GCSE and A Level in both Music and Music Technology.
• Ensembles: 13 weekly ensembles including orchestra, concert band, jazz band, choirs, rock groups, and chamber ensembles. An annual musical theatre production, in collaboration with the drama and dance departments. Over 200 1:1 instrumental/voice lessons take place per week.
• Performance: Students regularly perform at external venues such as Sherborne Abbey and Poole Lighthouse.
• Partnerships: Strong collaborations with Dorchester Arts, Octagon Music Hub, Wessex Schools Music, Dorset Chamber Orchestra, Gabrieli Roar, and other professional musicians and organisations.
• Success: A significant proportion of our A Level students progress to top UK conservatoires and universities.

The Ideal Candidate

We Are Looking For a Teacher Who

• Is a talented and enthusiastic classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge.
• Has the ability to teach KS3-KS5 in music and music technology, the ability to teach KS3 drama would be an advantage.
• Is passionate about performance and keen to lead/assist with ensembles, choirs, or productions.
• Can contribute to our vibrant programme of concerts, trips, and community collaborations.
• Is creative, innovative, and committed to nurturing a life-long love of music.