Head of Music PT FC in London

Location: Near Rye

Job Type: Part time, 0.6 - 3 days a week

Start Date: September

This school is an independent day and boarding school close to Rye, known for its inclusive ethos and commitment to supporting pupils with dyslexia and co-occurring Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD). The school places high value on creative subjects and sees music as a vital part of personal development, confidence-building and community life. The environment is collaborative and supportive, with strong links between academic departments, learning support teams and co-curricular provision.

As a Music Teacher, you will deliver high-quality music education across the school in a part-time role (3 days per week). You will be responsible for planning and teaching engaging music lessons, fostering a love of music and supporting pupils of all abilities to develop their musical skills, confidence and creativity. You will plan and deliver inspiring music lessons tailored to learners with dyslexia, ensuring clear progression, appropriate challenge and inclusive access to the curriculum. You will assess pupil progress, provide constructive feedback and support students in achieving their full potential in music.

A key part of the role will involve contributing to the wider musical life of the school, including supporting ensembles, concerts, productions, services and whole-school events such as prize giving. You will work collaboratively with visiting peripatetic music teachers, helping to coordinate provision and communicate effectively with families where appropriate. You will inspire pupils to participate in music-making both within and beyond the classroom, encouraging performance, creativity and personal development. The role includes supporting concerts, services and performances throughout the academic year, as well as contributing to the pastoral life of the school through Form Tutor responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and enthusiastic music educator who is passionate about delivering engaging and accessible music education within a supportive specialist setting. In addition, you will contribute to the pastoral life of the school as a Form Tutor and play an active role in duties, PSHE delivery and the wider school community. This is a varied teaching position combining classroom music instruction, performance support and pastoral responsibilities, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' musical development and enjoyment of music.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Qualified Teacher Status and a degree in Music
• Experience teaching music within a school setting
• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of curriculum and assessment
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons, particularly for students with additional learning needs
• Experience leading ensembles and organising musical performances
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate peripatetic music provision and manage multiple priorities
• A commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
• Passion for music and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of a boarding school

What you'll get in return:

• A leadership role within a supportive and specialist environment
• The opportunity to shape and develop music provision across the school
• Engaged pupils and small class sizes
• A varied role combining teaching, performance and leadership
• Competitive part-time salary depending on experience

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