Music Teacher - Outstanding Kensington School

Music Teacher - Kensington, West London 🎼

We are seeking an outstanding and inspirational Music Teacher to join a highly prestigious secondary school in the affluent Kensington area. This is a brilliant opportunity for a talented musician-educator to thrive in a musically rich environment, working with high-calibre students and contributing to a flourishing creative arts program.

The Role

The school is looking for a qualified Music Teacher with proven experience teaching across all key stages, up to GCSE and A-Level. The ideal candidate will possess both high practical ability and a deep understanding of musical theory, history, and technology. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering exceptional, engaging lessons in Music to students from Key Stage 3 through to A-Level, covering diverse musical styles and historical periods.


• Developing and implementing an ambitious curriculum that incorporates advanced composition, performance, and music technology skills.


• Directing and coordinating a range of extracurricular musical ensembles, orchestras, choirs, and bands, and organizing prestigious public and school performances.


• Guiding students through examination preparation and supporting those aiming for highly competitive university and conservatoire placements.


• Collaborating with the Arts faculty to maintain and enhance the school's outstanding reputation for creativity and performance.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this elite position, you should have:

• A degree in Music or a related performing arts discipline from a strong university.


• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a PGCE (or equivalent teaching qualifications).


• Extensive proven experience teaching Music at the secondary school level, with expertise at A-Level.


• High proficiency on at least one musical instrument and expertise in utilizing current music technology (e.g., sequencing, notation software).


• Exceptional communication, presentation, and leadership skills, with a passion for nurturing individual musical talent.

Salary & Application

The salary for this position is highly competitive and will be paid to the MPS/UPS scale (Inner London pay scale), commensurate with your experience and superior qualifications.

If you are an outstanding Music Teacher seeking a prestigious and rewarding role in Kensington, please apply through our recruitment platform or contact our agency directly for further details. We are actively interviewing for this pivotal position.