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Music Teacher

  1. Music
  2. Milton Keynes
Date posted : 11/03/26
  1. Full Time
£150 - 250 per day

Job description

 Music Teacher – Secondary School

Milton Keynes Area
£150 – £230 per day
Full Time (4–5 days per week considered)

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Music Teacher to join a secondary school in the Milton Keynes area. This is a full-time role, although applicants available for 4 days per week will also be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher, an experienced instructor, or a recent graduate with strong musical knowledge to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive secondary school environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will deliver engaging and creative music lessons to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. You will help students develop their musical skills, creativity, and appreciation for music through both practical and theoretical learning.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and delivering engaging music lessons in line with the national curriculum

  • Teaching a range of musical skills including performance, composition, and music theory

  • Marking and assessing student work, providing constructive feedback

  • Supporting students with coursework and exam preparation where required

  • Encouraging student participation in music through ensembles, performances, and classroom activities

  • Maintaining strong classroom management and a positive learning environment

  • Contributing to the wider school music culture where possible (concerts, clubs, performances)

Requirements

We welcome applications from:

  • Qualified Teachers with QTS

  • Experienced Music Teachers or Instructors

  • Music Graduates looking to gain teaching experience in secondary schools

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Strong subject knowledge in music performance and theory

  • Confidence teaching students aged 11–16

  • The ability to inspire and motivate students with different musical abilities

  • Good classroom management and communication skills

  • A passion for music education

What We Offer

  • Competitive daily rate of £150 – £230 per day depending on experience

  • Opportunity to work in a supportive secondary school environment

  • Potential for long-term opportunities for the right candidate

  • Valuable experience for graduates looking to pursue a career in teaching

If you are passionate about music and want to inspire the next generation of musicians, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this Music Teacher role in Milton Keynes.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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