Music Teacher - September 2026

Music Teacher – September Start

Location: Didsbury

Salary: £168.80–£261.79 per day (includes statutory holiday pay)

Job Type: Full Time – Long Term

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Duration: September 2026 – December 2026

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About the Role

Cover People are currently recruiting for a Music Teacher to join an oversubscribed, welcoming secondary academy (11–16) based in Didsbury, South Manchester, from September 2026 until December 2026.

This position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact in a long-term role, delivering engaging and inspiring Music lessons to students across Key Stages 3 and 4. ECT 1s and ECT 2s will be allocated a supportive mentor to help them complete a full term of their induction.

M1–M6 Teachers will be paid to scale from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality Music lessons in line with the national curriculum
Plan, prepare, and assess engaging learning activities that inspire creativity and musical development
Monitor and assess pupil progress effectively
Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment
Support the academic, creative, and personal development of all learners
Contribute to the wider life of the Music department where appropriate

Requirements

QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification
Experience teaching Music at KS3 and GCSE level
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
A passion for Music education and pupil progress
Ability to engage and motivate learners of varying abilities
Right to work in the UK

Why Join Cover People?

At Cover People, we’re committed to supporting teachers and support staff at every stage of their career.

We are proudly APSCo+ verified, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards in education recruitment. This means both schools and candidates benefit from a trusted, compliant, and ethical service.

When You Join Cover People, You Can Expect:

A wide range of temporary, long-term, and permanent opportunities across Greater Manchester and beyond
Competitive pay rates, paid weekly
12.07% statutory holiday pay
A friendly, experienced team of education consultants who listen and support your goals
Roles tailored to your skills, values, and lifestyle
Ongoing support including CV guidance, interview preparation, and market insights

Safeguarding and Compliance

As part of our safeguarding commitment, all successful applicants must:

Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
Provide two professional references
Submit to overseas police checks (if applicable)
Provide a full CV with all employment gaps clearly explained
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed