Teacher of Music – Secondary School – Sheffield

A well-regarded secondary school in Sheffield is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Music to join its vibrant Creative Arts faculty. This is an excellent opportunity for a Music specialist who is passionate about performance composition and developing students confidence through a broad and engaging curriculum.

The school has a strong focus on academic progress clear behaviour routines and a calm learning environment where pupils are supported to achieve and take pride in their work. Music is valued within the wider curriculum and the school is keen to develop participation enrichment and performance opportunities that help students flourish.

About the Role

As Teacher of Music you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the potential to contribute to KS5 depending on experience and timetable. You will deliver a curriculum that develops musical understanding practical skill and creative expression.

Students will build confidence in:

• Performing (solo and ensemble) with opportunities to develop technique and stage presence

• Composing and arranging using structured guidance and creative exploration

• Listening and appraising including musical elements genres and context

• Music technology where appropriate supporting recording sequencing or digital composition

• GCSE preparation (where offered) through clear modelling purposeful practice and feedback

You will encourage a positive inclusive classroom culture where students feel confident to participate take creative risks and improve through rehearsal and reflection.

The Department

The Creative Arts team is supportive and collaborative with staff working together to plan engaging learning experiences and enrich school life. The Music provision is designed to be accessible while still offering stretch and challenge for students with high musical potential.

The department values:

• Strong practical teaching and active participation

• High expectations for effort behaviour and performance routines

• Creative outcomes supported by clear structure and modelling

• Opportunities for enrichment such as choirs ensembles concerts and performances (where available)

• Collaboration with wider school events to celebrate student talent

About the School

The school serves a diverse community and has established a calm purposeful learning culture supported by clear expectations and consistent behaviour systems. Students are encouraged to aim high take pride in their work and contribute positively to school life.

Leaders prioritise staff development and wellbeing offering practical CPD and a supportive environment where teachers are trusted to deliver high-quality teaching within a structured curriculum. The school is committed to inclusion and supports learners with SEND and additional needs through strong teaching and targeted strategies.

Key Information

• Location: Sheffield

• Start Date: ASAP / next term (or by agreement)

• Contract: Full-time permanent (or as agreed)

• Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

What the School is Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• Have strong subject knowledge in Music

• Deliver engaging well-structured lessons with high expectations

• Build positive relationships and maintain a calm purposeful classroom culture

• Contribute to extracurricular music and wider school enrichment (desirable)

• Work collaboratively within a supportive Creative Arts team

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Why Join This School

• Supportive and collaborative Creative Arts faculty

• Clear behaviour systems that support calm effective teaching

• Opportunities to develop enrichment and performance culture

• Strong CPD and opportunities for professional development

• Welcoming Sheffield school community focused on student success

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Music teacher who wants to inspire creativity build confidence and help students experience the joy and discipline of music-making in a supportive Sheffield secondary school.