Music Teacher

We are seeking a passionate and committed Music Teacher to join our academy. You will deliver a broad, balanced, and differentiated curriculum, inspire students, and support their academic and personal development. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on students' learning and aspirations while contributing to the wider life of the academy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality Music lessons across KS3 and KS4, ensuring lessons are engaging, differentiated, and inclusive.
• Monitor and support student progress and development, acting as a form tutor to a designated group of students.
• Contribute to operational and strategic planning within the department, including curriculum development, lesson resources, and departmental improvement plans.
• Participate in professional development and engage fully in the Performance Management Review process.
• Maintain appropriate records of student progress and achievement, using management information systems effectively.
• Communicate positively with students, parents, staff, and external agencies to support learning and student engagement.
• Promote a safe, motivating, and inclusive learning environment in line with academy policies.

Person Specification / What We Are Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with a relevant undergraduate degree.
• Experience teaching Music at secondary level; teaching practice is acceptable.
• Strong understanding of effective teaching and learning, including differentiation and assessment strategies.
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4 and experience developing resources and lesson plans.
• Ability to motivate students, raise aspirations, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Good ICT skills, including use of interactive whiteboards and digital learning tools.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to the wider life of the academy.
• Experience in multi-ethnic urban schools or 11-18 settings is desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic academy and help students achieve their full potential in Music while contributing to whole-school improvement and enrichment.