Teacher (Music) (Thetford)

Overview

Salary: Qualified Teachers Pay Scales: Main Pay Scale (MPS) to Upper Pay Scale (UPS)

Start Date: April 2026 (September start will be considered for the right candidate.)

Thetford Academy is seeking to appoint an inspiring Teacher (Music). Applications from Early Careers Teachers are welcome. Music at Thetford is exceptional and the school has established a national reputation as a leading music school. The department was shortlisted as the Outstanding Music Department of the Year in 2024, and we are the lead music school in Breckland for the Norfolk and Suffolk Music Hub. Laura Hodges, our Head of Performing Arts, was the Classic FM Music Teacher of the Year for 2025. We offer substantial music study at KS4 and in the Sixth Form, including BTEC Music and A-Level Music Technology.

There is daily extra-curricular music with high participation. Our Music Scholars program includes diverse ensembles and student-led activities, with strong leadership opportunities. Our assemblies begin with instrumental performances, and we run performances and productions ranging from piano recitals to gig nights with broad attendance.

We have excellent partnerships, including close work with Britten Sinfonia and a link with Breckland Brass Band.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintain professional conduct and actively engage in performance management and professional development activities.
• Serve as a form tutor, delivering pastoral programmes and supervising pupils as required.
• Teach the curriculum, prepare pupils for examinations, and provide additional support such as interventions and revision lessons.

The ideal candidate will have

Essential:

• An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS.
• Qualified Teacher Status (trainees should be on track to achieve QTS before taking up the post).
• Knowledge and understanding of the subject to at least undergraduate degree level and different teaching approaches.
• Experience of teaching the subject in a secondary school across the 11-16 age range.

We offer

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Teachers\’ Pension Schemes (TPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs
• Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology).
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme

* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Thetford Academy is a remarkable place to work at the academic and cultural heart of its community. We aim to develop a curriculum that prepares pupils for future challenges while fostering a deep appreciation of the world, strong values, and contributing to the community.

Joining Thetford Academy means becoming part of a committed, supportive, and ambitious team. Staff benefit from professional development opportunities and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. If you are passionate about education and inspiring students to achieve their full potential, this is the place to grow your career.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust, a Multi Academy Trust with 17 schools, and are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities with a busy programme of continuing professional development.

In its 2025 inspection, Ofsted confirmed that The Thetford Academy provides high-quality education with excellent behaviour, a well-sequenced curriculum, and strong personal development opportunities. Pupils are proud to attend, feel safe, and benefit from committed staff and leadership.

Application Details

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Thursday 5th February 2026

Interview date: Thursday 12th February 2026

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.