About this role
An opportunity has arisen for a highly effective and inspirational Teacher of Music to join our Performing Arts department. John Hanson Community School is a successful, over-subscribed 11-16 community school, rated Good by OFSTED.
Our vision is to inspire and empower our students, within a culture of care and belonging, to embrace opportunities to learn, succeed and become the best versions of themselves. This is underpinned by our strapline: Inspire. Care. Succeed.
“A very happy and inclusive school because staff have successfully created a caring and aspirational culture. They share a genuine belief that all pupils can fulfil their potential.” (Ofsted March 2024)
The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge, a passion for learning, and the ability to engage and enthuse our students to reach their academic and personal potential. In return, we offer a dynamic place in which to work, where the potential of all members of our school community is valued. You would join a committed team. This popular and successful department has well equipped rooms – a Music room with a suite of computers and MIDI keyboards, rehearsal rooms, Drama Studio, and a Dance Studio, all within a purpose-built Performing Arts block.
“The school is very mindful of staff workload and of creating a positive and supportive working environment which puts pupils first. Staff recognise this and are proud to work at the school” (Ofsted March 2024)
The successful candidate will:
Be passionate about teaching music Plan and implement a broad and balanced music curriculum that supports progress Contribute to the wider life of the school by leading and supporting extracurricular activities such as choir, ensembles, concerts, and productions Foster a positive classroom environment that encourages creativity, confidence, and collaboration. Enjoy working as part of a vibrant team, have good organisation and communication skills
Embrace school life and nurture a sense of belonging to the school community