Teacher of Music

Teacher of Music – Basingstoke

January 2027 Start | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Inspire the Next Generation Through Music

Are you a creative and enthusiastic Music Teacher who can inspire students through performance, composition and musical discovery?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a passionate Teacher of Music to join a secondary school in Basingstoke from January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive school community and help students develop their musical knowledge, practical skills and creative confidence. Applications are welcomed from experienced Music teachers and ECTs who are ready to make a positive contribution to the department.

The Role

As a Teacher of Music, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Develop students’ performance, composition and listening skills
• Teach practical and theoretical elements of Music
• Introduce students to different genres, cultures and musical traditions
• Use instruments and music technology to enhance learning
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback
• Prepare GCSE students for coursework, performances and examinations
• Adapt teaching for different abilities and additional learning needs
• Maintain a positive, inclusive and purposeful classroom
• Contribute to concerts, productions, clubs and enrichment activities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for planning, marking and assessment while working collaboratively with colleagues across the department and wider school.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Has strong knowledge of the secondary Music curriculum
• Is confident teaching Music across KS3 and KS4
• Has practical experience in performance, composition or music technology
• Understands GCSE Music requirements
• Can inspire students with different levels of musical experience
• Demonstrates effective classroom and behaviour management
• Is organised, creative and collaborative
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• A full-time position from January 2027
• A consistent teaching timetable
• The opportunity to develop students’ musical confidence
• Supportive departmental and pastoral colleagues
• Opportunities to lead performances and enrichment activities
• Access to professional development
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Potential access to further long-term and permanent opportunities

Apply Today

If you are a passionate Music Teacher who can bring creativity and energy to the classroom, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Apply today with your latest CV to discuss this Teacher of Music opportunity in Basingstoke from January 2027.

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