Job Title: Secondary Music Teacher
Location: Sussex, United Kingdom
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and enthusiastic Secondary Music Teacher to join a vibrant and forward-thinking school in Sussex. We are looking for a dedicated individual to inspire students and help cultivate their love for music while delivering high-quality lessons that support their academic and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and inclusive music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (potentially Key Stage 5 depending on the candidate’s experience).
Foster a creative and positive learning environment where students can express their musical abilities and develop their skills.
Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and learning styles.
Encourage participation in school concerts, performances, and extracurricular music activities.
Support students in developing their musical knowledge, techniques, and understanding of various musical genres and cultures.
Collaborate with colleagues in the Performing Arts department to create cross-curricular opportunities for students.
Contribute to the wider school community and culture, promoting the importance of music education.
The Ideal Candidate:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
A strong passion for music and teaching with a thorough understanding of the national curriculum for music.
Experience teaching music in a secondary school setting, with the ability to adapt to the needs of all students.
A confident performer with the ability to inspire students of all abilities in both practical and theoretical aspects of music.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to the school’s ethos and activities.
A commitment to student development and a desire to make a positive impact on their educational experience.
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary and benefits package.
A supportive and collaborative school environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
A welcoming and inclusive school culture where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people.
How to Apply:
If you are an enthusiastic, motivated, and talented Secondary Music Teacher, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and why you would be an ideal fit for this role to [email address or application link].
The closing date for applications is [insert closing date]. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview candidates before the closing date.
Equal Opportunities:
Our school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We look forward to receiving your application!