Trainee Music Teacher

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment firm is seeking a Trainee Music Teacher for a secondary school in Southwark with an immediate start. This role offers Music graduates an invaluable chance to gain hands-on classroom experience, delivering lessons and supporting pupils while developing their subject knowledge. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in Music education, a relevant degree, and a proactive attitude towards teaching. A competitive salary of £28,500 is offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

£28,500 salary

Ongoing training and professional development

Clear pathways into teacher training

Qualifications

• Strong interest in Music education and classroom-based experience.
• Experience in managing behavior in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Music lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils in Music.
• Lead subject-specific interventions to support progress and engagement.
• Assist with behaviour management for a positive learning environment.

Skills

Interest in Music education

Clear communication skills

Collaborative approach

Creative attitude

Confidence supporting pupils with SEND

Education

2:1 or above in a Music-related degree

Job description

Trainee Music Teacher | Secondary School | Southwark | Immediate Start

Ribbons & Reeves are working with a high-performing secondary school in Southwark to recruit a Trainee Music Teacher to join their Music department on an immediate start basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Music graduate who is considering a career in teaching and would like to gain hands‑on classroom experience, supporting pupils across the secondary age range while developing their subject knowledge and confidence in a school setting.

Why Join This School:

• £28,500 (Above National Average)
• Opportunity to work within a well-resourced Music department
• Support from experienced Music teachers and senior leaders
• Access to ongoing training and professional development
• Clear pathways into teacher training for September

The Role – Trainee Music Teacher:

• Support the delivery of Music lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils in Music
• Lead subject-specific interventions to support progress and engagement
• Support practical and theory-based Music learning, both in and out of the classroom
• Assist with behaviour management to maintain a focused and positive learning environment
• Work closely with Music staff, pastoral teams and families where appropriate

The Ideal Candidate:

• A 2:1 or above in a Music-related degree from a leading UK university
• A strong interest in Music education and classroom-based experience
• Confidence supporting pupils with SEND and managing behaviour
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach
• A proactive, creative attitude with a clear ambition to train as a Music teacher

This Trainee Music Teacher role in Southwark is well suited to a Music graduate looking to build experience ahead of teacher training and a long-term career in education.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in supporting aspiring teachers into long-term and permanent roles across London. For similar opportunities, visit our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting your application for this Trainee Music Teacher role.

Trainee Music Teacher | Secondary School | Southwark | INDCLASS