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Music Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Northampton, Northamptonshire NN68AX, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A full-time Music Teacher position is available in secondary schools across Northampton, starting in September 2025.
  • The salary for this role is on the Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale, depending on the candidate's experience.
  • Candidates should be qualified teachers (QTS or QTLS) with a strong background in music education and comfortable teaching various musical styles and technologies.
  • The role involves delivering engaging lessons, supporting student participation in music activities, and contributing to the department's curriculum.
  • Both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners are encouraged to apply for this opportunity to inspire young musicians in a supportive school environment.

Music Teacher - NorthamptonLocation: Northampton (Secondary Schools)Start Date: September 2025Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent or Long-TermSalary: MPS/UPS - Dependent on Experience

Are you a creative and committed Music teacher ready to share your passion for performance and sound with the next generation?Looking for a fresh challenge in a Northampton school that truly values and invests in the performing arts?

We are working with a number of vibrant and inclusive secondary schools across Northampton, all of which are looking to welcome a Music Teacher to their departments from September 2025. These are full-time teaching roles, with options for either long-term or permanent appointments based on your preferences and career path.

Whether your background is in classical performance, music technology, or songwriting, this is a fantastic opportunity to inspire young musicians and contribute to a school culture where creativity thrives.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Deliver engaging and well-structured Music lessons across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 opportunities in some schools

  • Cover a broad range of content, from performance and composition to listening and appraisal

  • Use instruments, technology, and software to bring lessons to life and enhance learning outcomes

  • Encourage student participation in ensembles, choirs, school productions, and extra-curricular music clubs

  • Support coursework and exam preparation for GCSE and/or A-Level Music

  • Help shape the department's curriculum and contribute to whole-school performances and events

  • Create an inclusive and positive classroom environment that nurtures creativity and confidence

Who We're Looking For:

  • A qualified teacher (QTS or QTLS) with a strong grounding in music education

  • Confident teaching a range of musical styles, instruments, and theory across secondary age groups

  • Comfortable using music tech such as Logic Pro, Ableton Live, GarageBand, or Sibelius

  • Able to engage and motivate learners of all abilities through interactive, practical teaching

  • Strong classroom management and a commitment to fostering a love of music in every student

  • Open to both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners with a track record in Music education

What You Can Expect:

  • The chance to teach in schools where the arts are valued, visible, and supported by leadership

  • Access to high-quality resources, music suites, practice rooms, and technical support

  • Competitive salary packages based on your experience and contribution

  • Extensive CPD opportunities and scope for career progression in music or performing arts leadership

  • A collaborative staff community and a school culture that encourages creativity and innovation

  • Opportunities to direct concerts, manage school bands, or run enrichment programmes

If you're excited to bring your musical knowledge, enthusiasm, and energy into a new teaching environment, we'd love to help you find your next opportunity.

Apply now to learn more about Music Teacher roles in Northampton starting from September 2025.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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