Music Teacher – Community-Focused 11–18 Secondary School inNottingham

Job Title: Music Teacher Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: ASAP Salary: MPS / UPS Role Overview The school is an inspiring, creative, and highly regarded 11–18 secondary school and sixth form located in Nottingham. Centred around a strong cultural ethos, high artistic standards, and a supportive learning environment, the school provides a vibrant space where students are encouraged to express themselves and achieve musical excellence. Campus facilities feature modern music technology suites, dedicated rehearsal spaces, practice pods, recording studios, and an extensive array of instruments. Staff work within a collaborative, well-resourced department and are supported by a visible, forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team committed to staff well-being, manageable workloads, and continuous professional development. In this full-time role, you will deliver high-quality Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 A-Level or Vocational Music modules for suitably qualified candidates. You will join a passionate faculty dedicated to nurturing performance skills, composition, music theory, and a lifelong appreciation for diverse musical genres. Candidate Requirements Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE in Secondary Music, alongside an undergraduate degree in Music, Music Performance, Musicology, or a related discipline. Teaching Mastery: Strong subject knowledge with a proven ability to deliver engaging, high-impact practical and theoretical lessons aligned with GCSE exam board specifications (AQA/Edexcel/OCR/Eduqas). Classroom Management: Outstanding organizational and classroom management skills, fostering a collaborative, creative, and respectful learning environment. Co-Curricular Contribution: Enthusiasm for leading extra-curricular ensembles, choirs, bands, and orchestrating school concerts, productions, and musical showcases. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver dynamic Music lessons across KS3 and KS4 (and KS5 where applicable), covering performance, composition, listening, and appraisal. Guide students in using music technology software (e.g., Logic Pro, Sibelius, GarageBand) for creative composition and arrangement tasks. Regularly assess student work, track performance progress, and provide constructive feedback to raise academic outcomes. Direct departmental extra-curricular initiatives, including instrument tuition programs, choir, school bands, and seasonal musical performances. School Highlights Purpose-built music department equipped with modern digital audio workstations, practice suites, and dedicated performance spaces. Welcoming, arts-supportive school culture providing structured mentoring for Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Continuous tailored CPD programs and clear pathways toward key stage management or middle leadership roles. To Apply To be considered for this Music Teacher position in Nottingham, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.