At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging music lessons and lead exciting extracurricular activities.
- Company: Outwood Academy Valley, a supportive school focused on excellence and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a vibrant performing arts department with community involvement.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in students' lives through music.
- Qualifications: Music teaching experience or a strong passion for music education.
The predicted salary is between 32916 - 51048 £ per year.
Role: Teacher of Music (Temporary Maternity Cover)
Academy: Outwood Academy Valley
Start Date: 01/11/2026
Salary: £32,916 to £51,048
Working Pattern: 32.5 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only
Duration: This post is temporary for the period 01st November 2026 to provisionally 23rd July 2027 or the return date of the substantive post-holder, if this is earlier.
Description: Are you a dedicated and highly effective educator committed to raising the achievement of all students within your subject area? Join us as a Teacher, where you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality learning, utilising a range of teaching and learning strategies to ensure student success. This role may also offer an opportunity to work in our excellent creative and performing arts department on a casual basis prior to the contract start date. This position requires a professional who is aware of strategies for improving learning, understands curriculum developments, and is creative in finding solutions to enhance student performance.
Welcome from the Principal: I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Valley, a school where excellence, innovation, and opportunity create an outstanding learning environment for both students and staff. We are situated at the heart of the community in Worksop, the 'Gateway to the Dukeries'. We are deeply committed to putting students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. We believe learning should be enjoyable and enriching, allowing students to make exceptional progress through our knowledge-rich, personalised curriculum. Our Performing Arts Department is a particular area of excellence. We value and invest in our staff, offering high-quality professional development and a collaborative environment. We operate as a supportive school family, celebrating successes and working together with a shared sense of purpose.
About the Department: We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Music to join our current team across Outwood Academy Valley and Worksop Post 16 Centre. We aim to appoint a music specialist with the skills and passion to be an active member in this popular area of the curriculum, an outstanding classroom teacher with high standards in behaviour and quality of work, and who will maintain the success and stability of our valued department. The academy is proud of the quality of its school productions and performing arts. The success of the yearly productions is well received within the local community, and the regular music concerts showcase amazing talent. The successful applicant must be committed to extra-curricular music, developing both soloists and ensembles, and understanding how music can create some of the best experiences a student may have in the year.
Applications are invited from both newly qualified and experienced professionals.
Contact: For questions or to visit the school, please contact Amy Blakeley, Head of Department at a.blakeley@valley.outwood.com.
Closing Date: Midday, Monday 22nd June 2026
Music Teacher (Maternity cover) employer: Outwood
Outwood Academy Valley is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff while fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture. Located in the heart of Worksop, we offer a vibrant environment where educators can thrive, with access to high-quality professional development and opportunities to engage in our renowned creative and performing arts department. Join us to make a meaningful impact on students' lives and be part of a school community that celebrates success and innovation.
