Job Description

Music Teacher – Secondary School

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
Start Date: September 2026 
Full-time, Permanent
MPS/UPS (Outer London)

About the Opportunity

A highly regarded secondary school in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is working in partnership with a specialist education recruitment agency to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Music Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Music Teacher to join a vibrant and well-supported Performing Arts department.

The Role

As a Music Teacher, you will deliver engaging and inspiring lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach at Key Stage 5 depending on experience. The successful Music Teacher will inspire students to develop musical skills, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for music.

Key responsibilities for this Music Teacher role include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality Music lessons
• Teaching GCSE and A-Level Music (where applicable)
• Supporting instrumental and vocal development
• Leading or supporting extracurricular activities such as choirs, bands, or ensembles
• Assessing and monitoring student progress
• Contributing to concerts, performances, and school events

This Music Teacher role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a thriving Performing Arts department.

The School

This Richmond secondary school provides an excellent environment for a Music Teacher to thrive. The school is known for its strong academic outcomes, creative ethos, and commitment to the arts.

As a Music Teacher, you will benefit from:

• Well-equipped music facilities, including practice rooms and performance spaces
• A supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team
• A successful and collaborative Music department
• Access to high-quality CPD and career progression opportunities
• A positive and inclusive school community

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a dedicated Music Teacher who:

• Holds QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Has experience teaching Music across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and musical ability
• Has a passion for music education and student engagement
• Is willing to contribute to extracurricular music provision

This role is suitable for both an experienced Music Teacher and an Early Career Teacher.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Outer London salary (MPS/UPS)
• Opportunities for TLR and career progression
• Excellent facilities and resources
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing

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