Music Teacher

Music Teacher focuses on support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.

What the role involves

• Support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.
• Work with teachers, children, learners, families, or colleagues to keep progress and safety on track.

Skills and requirements

• QTS/PGCE and degree in Music or related subject.
• Performance and ensemble leadership experience desirable.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passion for inspiring musical excellence and creativity.

Confirmed role details

• Built music suites, digital composition software, and professional rehearsal studios.
• The school also partners with local arts organisations to provide real-world experiences and opportunities for musical growth.
• Style pension plan.
• Fully equipped performance auditorium and recording studio.

Candidate fit

• classroom confidence, lesson planning, communication, and learner awareness

Additional role context

• A thriving and high-performing 11–18 school in Taunton, with around 1,200 students, is seeking an energetic Music Teacher to join their Performing Arts Department from January 2026.
• The school has achieved a Progress 8 score of +0.52 and has a national reputation for fostering artistic and academic excellence.
• The Music Department is the heart of the school’s creative life, with over 300 students participating in choirs, orchestras, or instrumental lessons each year.