Music Teacher
Job description
Full-Time Music Teacher – Secondary School (Chorley)
Contract: October 20th – December 19th, 2025
Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Key Stage: KS3 & KS4
Type: Full-Time, Temporary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Music Teacher to join a vibrant secondary school in Chorley for a full-time temporary contract starting October 20th and continuing until December 19th, 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging and creative lessons that foster a love for music in all its forms. You will be joining a supportive department within a well-regarded school that values the arts as an integral part of the curriculum.
The ideal candidate will:
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Be a qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with experience teaching Music at secondary level.
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Have strong classroom management skills and a passion for music education.
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Be able to plan, deliver, and assess lessons that are both challenging and accessible.
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Encourage performance, creativity, and appreciation of diverse musical styles.
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Be committed to the progress and wellbeing of all students.
What’s on offer:
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Full-time teaching timetable
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Friendly and supportive staff team
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Well-equipped music department with dedicated rehearsal and performance spaces
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Competitive daily rate (depending on experience and qualifications)
Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for a short-term role or an ECT looking to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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