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Lead Teacher of Music/Teacher of Music

Guildford Full-Time 30000 - 42000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

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Lead Teacher of Music/Teacher of Music – January 2026 Start

Inspire Creativity, Performance, and Passion for Music

Are you an enthusiastic and inspiring Music teacher ready to lead or contribute to a vibrant music department?

Do you want to join a forward-thinking and supportive secondary school where the arts are valued and creativity thrives?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

Position: Lead Teacher of Music / Teacher of Music
Location: Woking, Surrey
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time or Part-time, Maternity Cover
Salary: MPR + Fringe Allowance + TLR (dependent on experience and responsibility)

Lead Teacher of Music/Teacher of Music

About the Role:

An 'Oustanding' secondary school in Woking is seeking a passionate Music specialist to take on either a Lead Teacher or standard Teacher of Music role, depending on experience. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality music lessons, help nurture student creativity and performance skills, and contribute to a dynamic extra-curricular programme. The school welcomes applicants from all musical specialisms and is open to both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Lead Teacher of Music/Teacher of Music

What We're Looking For:

A qualified teacher (QTS) with a Music specialism
A creative educator who can inspire a love of music across Key Stages 3 to 5
Someone committed to high standards of teaching, learning, and student development
A team player who contributes to wider school life and is confident in leading or supporting extra-curricular activities
Strong communication skills and a passion for inclusive, engaging music education

Why Join This School?

A vibrant learning environment with excellent facilities, including a large classroom, 5 practice rooms, MacBooks, and a full range of musical instruments
Supportive senior leadership and a collaborative arts faculty
Opportunity to shape the music curriculum and lead enrichment activities
A commitment to staff development, innovation, and wellbeing
A respectful, close-knit school community where staff and students are well known and well supported

Ready to Apply?

If you're a Lead Teacher of Music/Teacher of Music and ready to inspire and lead in Music education, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and creative school environment.

Apply now or contact Louis Denison-Foster at Academics for more information.

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Lead Teacher of Music/Teacher of Music employer: Academics Ltd.

Join a vibrant and supportive secondary school in the Cranleigh area, where creativity and the arts are at the heart of our educational ethos. We offer excellent facilities, a collaborative work culture, and a strong commitment to staff development and wellbeing, making it an ideal environment for passionate Music educators to thrive and inspire the next generation. With opportunities to shape the music curriculum and lead enriching activities, this is a place where your contributions will be valued and recognised.