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Music Specialist | Newham | Focus on Academic & Creative...

An innovative secondary school in Newham is seeking a creative and energetic Music Teacher for a full-time, permanent role starting in September 2026. This position is ideal for a practitioner who wants to lead high-quality performances while maintaining a rigorous academic approach to musicology and composition.

The School Environment Music is at the heart of the creative life of this school. With a dedicated performance space, high-spec recording equipment, and a leadership team that champions the arts, you will have the freedom to be truly creative. It is a high-energy environment where students are motivated to perform and the staff are treated as respected professionals. The department is a place of laughter and hard work, where the goal is to build every student's confidence.

Responsibilities

  • Teach Music across KS3 to KS5, balancing performance skills with written theory and composition.

  • Oversee and direct school ensembles, choirs, and extracurricular music clubs.

  • Build student confidence and communication skills through inclusive and challenging lessons.

  • Work collaboratively with the wider Creative Arts team on school-wide festivals and projects.

  • Manage the department budget for instruments, software, and visiting professional workshops.

Requirements

  • Degree in Music or a related field.

  • PGCE or QTS.

  • Experience directing or coordinating school-wide performances is highly desirable.

  • Must have the right to work in the UK.

Salary and Benefits

  • Full-time, permanent contract.

  • M1 – UPS3 Salary Range + Bespoke School Allowance.

  • Access to excellent performance facilities and bespoke CPD leadership pathways.

How to Apply Please submit your updated CV for immediate consideration. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone for an initial pre-screening discussion.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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