Job Description
Summary:
Music Teacher in London – inspire students with your passion for music and teaching.
About the School:
A school dedicated to providing individualised support and care, offering a wide range of qualifications and bespoke learning pathways to help students achieve their full potential.
The Opportunity:
As a Music Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of students through engaging and creative music education. You will deliver lessons across KS3–5, including GCSE and RSL Music Practitioners courses, and inspire students through performance, composition, and music technology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging music lessons across KS3–5, including GCSE and RSL Music Practitioners courses.
- Teach performance, composition, and music technology, using Logic Pro and a range of instruments and recording equipment.
- Inspire students through confident performance, leading ensembles, demonstrations, and practical workshops.
- Assess, track, and report on student progress, maintaining accurate records and setting clear learning objectives.
- Contribute to extracurricular activities such as concerts, music clubs, and community performances.
- Collaborate with colleagues within the department and across schools in the In Toto Ed Group.
- Maintain and organise music resources, ensuring safe and effective use of instruments and technology.
- Participate in departmental development, curriculum planning, and professional learning.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Strong subject knowledge in Music with excellent classroom management and the ability to motivate students of all abilities.
- Skilled in music performance, composition, and technology (including Logic Pro).
- Effective communication, organisational, and time-management skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and child protection, including completion of mandatory training and willingness to submit an Enhanced DBS check.
- Creative, enthusiastic, and dedicated to supporting student progress and inclusion.
Preferred
- Degree in Music or a related field.
- Experience teaching AQA GCSE Music and RSL Level 2/3 Music Practitioners.
- Confident performer with experience leading ensembles, bands, or extracurricular activities.
- Proficient in music production, recording, and sound engineering.
- Innovative and collaborative, with a passion for creative arts education and curriculum development.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and fully funded enhanced DBS.
- Term time only working hours with 5 inset days.
- Comprehensive professional development opportunities and training grants.