About this role
Job Opportunity: Teacher of Music (KS3-KS4)
Location: Croydon
We are delighted to be working with a well-regarded secondary school in Croydon, currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Music to join their department.
The Role
The successful candidate will teach Music across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging, creative and differentiated lessons that develop students' musical knowledge, performance skills, composition and appreciation of a wide range of musical styles and genres.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality Music lessons aligned with the national curriculum and school schemes of work, ensuring lessons are engaging, inclusive and well-sequenced.
- Teach across Years 7-11, including GCSE Music groups where required, adapting teaching strategies to meet the needs of mixed-ability learners.
- Develop students' practical musical skills, including performance, composition, listening and musical analysis.
- Create a positive, stimulating classroom environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, confidence and a love of music.
- Assess, track and record student progress, providing constructive feedback to support ongoing musical and academic development.
- Differentiate learning activities to support a wide range of abilities, including EAL learners, students with SEN and higher-attaining pupils.
- Prepare students for GCSE Music examinations, including practical assessments, composition coursework, listening examinations and targeted revision where applicable.
- Support the effective use of musical instruments, equipment, technology and other departmental resources.
- Contribute to departmental planning, resource development and the wider Music curriculum.
- Implement effective behaviour management in line with school expectations to maintain a safe, respectful and productive learning environment.
Person Specification
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent required.
- Strong subject knowledge in Music and confidence teaching KS3-KS4.
- Experience delivering GCSE Music is highly desirable.
- Confidence teaching practical music, performance, composition and music theory.
- Ability to motivate, challenge and inspire students of varying abilities.
- Excellent organisational, planning and communication skills.
- A creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching, with a commitment to developing students' musical confidence and skills.
- Commitment to the full maternity cover period from January to November.
About the School
- Located in Croydon, easily accessible by public transport.
- Supportive and collaborative department with strong leadership.
- Warm, inclusive school community focused on student well-being and academic success.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.