Music Teacher

Posted 17 March 2026
Salary £34398 - £52490 per annum
LocationHarlow
Job type Permanent
Discipline Teachers & ECT's
ReferenceV-117248

Job description

Music Teacher | Epping (London Fringe)
Salary: MPS/UPS (London Fringe) + potential TLR for experienced candidates


Are you a passionate Music Teacher looking to inspire the next generation of performers, composers, and creatives? Whether you’re an ECT or an experienced teacher, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a high-performing Epping secondary school that truly champions the arts and invests in its staff.

This Music Teacher role offers more than just a classroom - it provides the platform, resources, and support to build a thriving music culture across the school.

 

Why this Music Teacher role stands out:

  • London Fringe salary with scope for a TLR for leadership of enrichment or key stage responsibility
  • Excellent work-life balance supported by strong behaviour systems and clear routines
  • Outstanding music facilities, including dedicated rehearsal spaces, recording equipment, and performance venues
  • A thriving extracurricular programme with concerts, productions, and showcase events already embedded
  • Supportive SLT who actively promote the arts within the wider curriculum
  • Opportunities to lead on whole-school music initiatives and shape the department’s direction
  • Tailored CPD and career progression pathways, including leadership development
  • Collaborative department with shared resources, reducing workload and planning time
 

The Role – Music Teacher

  • Teach Music across KS3–KS5, delivering engaging and practical lessons
  • Develop students’ skills in performance, composition, and music theory
  • Lead or contribute to extracurricular activities such as choirs, bands, and productions
  • Inspire confidence and creativity in students of all abilities
  • Play a key role in maintaining a vibrant and visible music presence across the school
 

The Ideal Music Teacher

  • UK QTS and a degree in Music or a related subject
  • Strong subject knowledge with a passion for performance and creative learning
  • Ability to engage students both in lessons and through extracurricular involvement
  • A collaborative team player with a commitment to professional growth
  • High expectations for student achievement and participation
 

This Music Teacher role is ideal for an ECT looking for strong mentoring and development, or an experienced teacher seeking greater responsibility and the chance to lead on musical initiatives within a supportive, forward-thinking school.
 

If you’re ready to take the next step as a Music Teacher in Epping, apply with your updated CV today.

 
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