Location Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery, Roderick Ave, Peacehaven BN10 8B
Job profile for Music Teacher Maternity Leave
Music Teacher Maternity Leave
Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery, Roderick Ave, Peacehaven BN10 8B 07/10/2026
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job details
Salary £32,916 – £51,048 pro rata Job category/type Teaching and Leadership Date posted 25/09/2026 Job reference REQ0001542 Attachments Teaching Application Form (3).docx Music teacher maternity leave advert September 2026 (1) (1).pdf Teacher JD (1).docx
Job description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated specialist music teacher to join us at Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery to cover a maternity leave. You will be teaching music across the school, from Nursery to Year 6, including our SEND Specialist Facility, every week.
0.8 fixed term contract for up to one year
Paid weeks per year:52 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Start date:January 2027
About the Role
The successful candidate will:
- be an excellent teacher with a passion for making our music curriculum engaging and meaningful
- have high expectations of behaviour and learning
- have strong communication skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team
We can offer you:
- children that are enthusiastic and eager to learn
- a strong, supportive and committed staff team
- a commitment to supporting your continuing professional development
- a designated music room for teaching lessons across the week
Visits are welcomed and encouraged.
For visits and application information please contact the school office: telephone 01273 584212 or email recruitment@meridian.e-sussex.sch.uk or visit the school website www.meridianschool.co.uk .
Closing date: 3pm Wednesday 7th October
Interview date:Week beginning 12th October
Telephone: 01273 584212
Website: www.meridianschool.co.uk
Additional Information
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Company Information
Brighton & Hove City Council is advertising on behalf of the school and isnot the employer in this case
Meridian Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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