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Teacher of Music – Secondary Academy in Bristol (January Start)


Job Location:

Bristol - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 12 October 2026 (15 days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A creative secondary academy in Bristol is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Music to join its Expressive Arts faculty on a full-time permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

Music plays a central role in this academys curriculum house traditions and co-curricular performance culture. The successful applicant will deliver engaging practical and theoretical Music lessons across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 (GCSE Music) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Music / Music Technology).

Working alongside the Head of Music and peripatetic instrumental tutors you will teach academic modules support vocal and instrumental ensembles and direct seasonal concerts and showcases. This is a full-time permanent contract starting in January.

Key Responsibilities

  • Teach engaging practical and theoretical Music lessons across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5

  • Direct or assist with extra-curricular ensembles including choirs concert bands and chamber groups

  • Guide GCSE and A-Level pupils through composition software (Sibelius/Logic/GarageBand) performance and listening papers

  • Assist in organizing and executing termly school concerts inter-house music competitions and production showcases

  • Collaborate with visiting peripatetic music teachers (VMTs) to track pupil progress across graded exams (ABRSM/Trinity)

  • Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor supporting student wellbeing and personal development

The School & Whats on Offer

  • January Start: Full-time permanent contract commencing January

  • Facilities: Purpose-built music suite acoustic practice rooms recital space and digital audio workstations (DAWs)

  • Location: Prime Bristol location with excellent public transport access and staff parking

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)

  • Honors degree in Music Music Performance Composition or a closely related discipline

  • Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE/A-Level Music outcomes

  • Strong practical musical skills (keyboard/piano accompaniment and vocal coaching skills are highly advantageous)

  • An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time permanent Music Teacher position in Bristol for a January start.


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