Music Teacher | Academy | Nottingham

Position: Music Teacher
Location: Nottingham
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3KS4 (KS5 available depending on experience)

Music Teaching Role in a Large Academy Setting

A large academy in Nottingham is seeking to appoint a Music Teacher to join its Creative Arts department from September. This is a full-time position within a school that values creative subjects as part of a balanced curriculum.

Music is an established subject within the school with opportunities for both classroom learning and performance-based activities throughout the year.

About the Role

You will teach Music across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 delivering lessons that include performance composition and music theory. Students will be supported in developing practical skills using instruments as well as understanding musical structure and styles.

You will also support students preparing for GCSE Music helping them develop confidence in performance and coursework components.

Depending on experience there may be opportunities to contribute to Key Stage 5 Music teaching.

The role may include involvement in school performances rehearsals and enrichment activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Music lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Teach performance composition and theory

• Support students preparing for GCSE Music

• Organise and support rehearsals and performances

• Assess student work and provide structured feedback

• Maintain music equipment and resources

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records

• Contribute to departmental planning and activities

The School Environment

This academy in Nottingham provides a structured teaching environment with clear expectations for behaviour and learning. The Creative Arts department includes dedicated music facilities that support both classroom teaching and practical performance.

Staff work collaboratively to deliver consistent lessons and students are encouraged to participate in creative activities across the school.

Leadership supports staff development and values the contribution of creative subjects.

Candidate Requirements

The school is seeking a teacher who can deliver engaging Music lessons and support student participation in both classroom and performance settings.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Music at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 Music

• Confidence supporting student performances

• Good classroom management skills

• Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching GCSE or A-Level Music

• Ability to lead extracurricular music activities

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Music Teacher role in Nottingham starting in September please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.