A vibrant secondary academy in Southampton is seeking a talented and versatile Music Teacher to join its Expressive Arts faculty for an immediate (ASAP) start.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner who is passionate about practical music-making, ensemble performance, and introducing students to diverse musical genres in a modern learning environment.
Job Overview
Music plays a central role in this school’s co-curricular and academic framework. You will deliver high-quality practical and theoretical Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE Music / Vocational Music Practice), with potential Key Stage 5 A-Level Music / Music Technology teaching for a suitably qualified candidate.
Working closely with departmental colleagues and visiting peripatetic tutors, you will guide pupils through keyboard skills, vocal performance, ensemble work, composition, and music technology software. This is a full-time, ongoing or permanent post.
Key Responsibilities
Teach engaging Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE / Vocational Music)
Guide pupils through composition tasks using school equipment and digital software (e.g., Logic Pro, Sibelius, GarageBand)
Direct and assist with extra-curricular ensembles, choirs, bands, and seasonal school concerts
Assess, track, and report on pupil progress across practical performance, composition coursework, and listening exams
Maintain classroom instruments, practice rooms, and music technology hardware safely
Serve as a Form Tutor, delivering pastoral care, tracking, and student wellbeing support
The School & What’s on Offer
Immediate Start: Full-time, long-term or permanent contract starting ASAP
Competitive Salary: Paid to scale on MPS/UPS
Facilities: Access to fully equipped practice suites, recording gear, and digital audio workstations
Location: Great Southampton location with direct transport links across the region
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
Honors degree in Music, Music Performance, Music Technology, or a closely related discipline
Strong practical musical skills (keyboard/piano proficiency highly advantageous) and software literacy
An active enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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