Music Teacher Vacancy - Outstanding School - Jan start

Music Teacher – Potters Bar (Outstanding School)
Location: Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
Start Date: January
Salary: MPS/UPS (M1 to UPS3), dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Music Teacher to join an outstanding school in Potters Bar on a temporary-to-permanent basis starting in January. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and creative music educator to inspire students and contribute to a vibrant and well-supported music department.

Role Overview
The successful candidate will teach Music across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to teach Key Stage 5 for candidates with the right experience. You will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that foster students’ musical talents, creativity, and appreciation for music. The role will also include contributing to the development of the school’s music curriculum and extracurricular music activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Music to students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential for Key Stage 5
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities
• Assess, track, and report on student progress in line with school policies and expectations
• Contribute to the development of the Music curriculum, as well as to the school’s performances, concerts, and other music events
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports students’ academic and personal growth
• Support extracurricular music activities, including school concerts, ensembles, and music clubs

Candidate Profile
We are looking for a qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with a degree in Music or a related subject. Experience teaching Music at KS3 and KS4 is essential, with KS5 experience seen as advantageous. The ideal candidate will be passionate about music and committed to inspiring students to achieve their potential.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Degree in Music or a related discipline
• Experience teaching Music at KS3 and KS4, with KS5 teaching experience considered beneficial
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and engage students
• Commitment to contributing to the school’s outstanding ethos and focus on high achievement

School Overview
This outstanding school in Potters Bar is renowned for its academic excellence, supportive environment, and strong community ethos. The school prides itself on fostering creativity, academic achievement, and personal growth in all students. With a well-resourced Music department and a leadership team committed to supporting the arts, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for an educator to join an inspiring and successful school.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in an outstanding school with a commitment to music and the arts
• Temp-to-perm role starting in January, allowing you to secure a longer-term position based on fit
• Supportive leadership team focused on professional development and staff well-being
• Located in Potters Bar, providing an excellent teaching environment in a thriving community

Salary and Benefits
The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary in line with the MPS/UPS scale, based on experience. The school also provides robust professional development opportunities to support career progression and teaching excellence.

To Apply
If you are an enthusiastic and motivated Music Teacher ready to join an outstanding school and make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply. To express your interest, please submit your CV and cover letter as soon as possible.