Music Teacher Vacancy - Private School inSouthampton!

Music Teacher Leading Private School in Southampton, Hampshire Easter or September Start Competitive Salary Full-Time/Permanent Looking to inspire a passion for music and performance in a thriving secondary community? This may then be the perfect opportunity for you... The Opportunity An established and forward-thinking private school in Southampton invites applications for the position of Music Teacher. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving performing arts faculty within a school that places creativity, scholarship and performance at the heart of its educational philosophy. We are seeking a talented and inspiring musician-educator who can nurture individual potential while contributing to a rich programme of concerts, recitals and co-curricular music. The Role The successful candidate will: Teach Music across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to contribute to KS5 Deliver a balanced curriculum including performance, composition, listening and music theory Prepare pupils for GCSE and, where appropriate, A Level Music Contribute to the school’s extensive co-curricular programme Lead and/or accompany ensembles, choirs or chamber groups Support individual instrumentalists and performance scholars Play an active role in concerts, productions and whole-school events Independent school life extends beyond the classroom, and the Music Teacher will be expected to contribute fully to the wider academic and pastoral community. The Department Music is central to the cultural life of the school. Pupils benefit from: A broad academic curriculum Regular performance opportunities Strong uptake at GCSE and A Level A supportive instrumental tuition programme A calendar of concerts, recitals and collaborative productions The department enjoys excellent facilities and a strong reputation for high standards of musicianship and creativity. The Person The successful applicant will demonstrate: A strong academic background in Music Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent experience in the private sector) Confident practical musicianship and conducting/ensemble leadership skills Experience preparing pupils for public examinations The ability to inspire pupils of all abilities, from beginners to advanced performers A willingness to contribute to boarding and/or co-curricular life A clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities Why Join Us? Small class sizes and motivated learners A culture that values scholarship and the arts Extensive performance opportunities A collaborative and supportive staff community Professional development within a well-resourced private setting Application Applications are welcomed from passionate Music Teachers, who wish to contribute to a vibrant and ambitious private school community in Southampton. Please submit your application and CV in accordance with the school’s recruitment procedures.