Music Teacher | Vibrant Secondary School |Middlesbrough

Location: Middlesbrough Contract: Full-Time, Permanent/Long-term Start Date: ASAP Are you a passionate musician and educator ready to hit the right note with the next generation of performers, composers, and producers? We are seeking an inspiring Music Teacher to join a creative and energetic Performing Arts department in Middlesbrough . This school is committed to ensuring that music is at the heart of its culture, providing students with a platform to express themselves, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love for the arts. Whether your background is classical, contemporary, or digital, we want a specialist who can orchestrate excellence in the classroom. The Role As a Music Teacher, you will lead a variety of practical and theoretical sessions across KS3 and KS4 . You will join a department that balances traditional musicianship with modern technology, with the potential to lead BTEC Tech Award in Music Practice or GCSE Music for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: Performance Coaching: Guiding students in developing their instrumental and vocal skills, both as soloists and in ensembles. Composition & Theory: Teaching the building blocks of music, from notation and harmony to song-writing and film scoring. Music Technology: Utilizing industry-standard software (such as Logic Pro, Sibelius, or GarageBand) to engage students in digital production. Extra-Curricular Leadership: Running school choirs, bands, or orchestra rehearsals and coordinating seasonal concerts and community performances. Curriculum Innovation: Delivering a diverse curriculum that explores global music styles, history, and the modern music industry. Why Join This School? Teesside’s Creative Spirit: Work in Middlesbrough, a town with a resilient community and a growing scene for local arts and culture. Excellent Facilities: Benefit from dedicated practice rooms, a recording studio, and a well-equipped Mac suite for music technology. Collaborative Faculty: Join a "Performing Arts Hub" where Music, Drama, and Dance work together on large-scale productions and showcases. Career Growth: Access to bespoke CPD, including links with local music hubs and opportunities for TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility) roles. About You We are looking for a practitioner who is as comfortable conducting an ensemble as they are troubleshooting a MIDI keyboard. The Ideal Candidate: Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a relevant degree in Music or Music Production. Is a skilled multi-instrumentalist or vocalist with a strong command of music theory. Has experience delivering high-impact lessons for AQA, Edexcel, or BTEC specifications. Is an effective communicator who can inspire students of all musical backgrounds and abilities. How to Apply To apply for this position, please submit your CV today.