Music Teacher

Music Teacher - Leeds LS28

We're seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Music Teacher to join a dynamic secondary school in Leeds. The successful candidate will have a passion for music education, a commitment to fostering creativity, and the ability to inspire students of all abilities. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a thriving department and make a lasting impact on students' musical journeys.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging music lessons to students across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and potentially Key Stage 5).
• Develop and implement an inspiring curriculum that nurtures students' musical skills and appreciation.
• Teach a range of musical disciplines, including theory, composition, performance, and music technology.
• Encourage student participation in extracurricular music activities such as choir, orchestra, and school productions.
• Organise and support school concerts, performances, and external music events.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• A degree in Music or a related subject.
• Experience teaching music in a secondary school setting.
• Strong instrumental and/or vocal skills with the ability to demonstrate and perform.
• Excellent knowledge of the UK National Curriculum for Music.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying abilities.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• Experience teaching A-Level Music or BTEC Music courses.
• Experience leading extracurricular music activities and school performances.
• Knowledge of a broad range of musical genres and cultural influences.
• Ability to play multiple instruments.

About us:

We are Engage Education, a trusted education recruitment agency dedicated to supporting teachers and schools.

• Competitive pay in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions to enhance your skills
• A dedicated consultant for ongoing support
• £50 'Refer a Friend’ bonus
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply:

To apply for this role, submit your application below or contact us directly. All applicants must hold a recognised teaching qualification and the necessary credentials.

If you do not hear from us within two working days, unfortunately, your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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