Teacher of Music

Thank you for your interest in this post at WQE.

We believe that this is a particularly exciting time to be joining us, offering a real opportunity to make a difference in this thriving and vibrant Sixth Form College. We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work with students; their academic and wider achievements, their learning experiences, the support they receive in their academic progress, their learning environment and their wider experience of College life.

The College operates across two closely located campuses, next to the University of Leicester on University Road and a smaller campus at Regent Road.

We are looking to appoint a well-qualified, self-motivated and enthusiastic Teacher of Music who will help us provide the best possible learning experiences and outcomes for our students based within our Media and Creative Arts team at University Road.

THE CURRICULUM AREA

Media and Creative Arts is a vibrant, high-performing and student-focused curriculum area. The department delivers six A Level and three GCSE visual art specialist subjects, alongside A Levels in Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, and Media Studies. Our vocational provision includes the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design Practice and the Extended Certificate in Digital Media Production.

Students also benefit from a rich programme of enrichment opportunities, including CAD, Ceramics, Arts Award and Open Mic.

The curriculum area is led by a Curriculum Area Leader, supported by a Deputy and two Assistant Curriculum Area Leaders, together with a team of Technicians, a Curriculum Assistant and Enrichment Assistant.

The team works collaboratively to deliver high-quality outcomes for students and to continually develop teaching, learning and assessment across the department.

Media and Creative Arts is based in a purpose-built arts centre with well-equipped studios, workshops and classrooms. We are a high-achieving department with excellent student outcomes and a strong commitment to creative exploration. Central to our ethos is a culture of mutual respect and a dedication to supporting students in developing their creative identities and achieving their ambitions.

Teachers and support staff benefit from strong professional development opportunities, and the college is committed to supporting new colleagues to make the most of the opportunities this role offers.

For our part we shall make every effort to support our new colleague in making the best of the professional opportunities offered by this post.

This is a part-time 0.6 FTE term-time, permanent post commencing as soon as possible.

The salary will be at a point on the Sixth Form Colleges pay spine which ranges from £33,465 - £51,714 per annum, pro rata. The pro-rata salary is from £20,079 to £31,028.

• Annual incremental pay increases, linked to performance, within the pay scale range
• Pension - Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff (if applicable), both of which are generous defined benefit pension schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Continual Professional Development
• On-site parking

We have an active and enthusiastic staff wellbeing group who meet regularly and are committed to adding value to our life at work where possible, as well as ensuring a strong sense of community, wider opportunities and mutual support exist in our workplace.

Completed applications must be returned by 10pm on Sunday 29 th November 2026
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Interviews will be held week commencing 7 th December 2026. Full details will be emailed out to candidates.

Finally, I would like to thank you for the time taken to consider joining WQE and in making an application if you decide that this is the right step for you.

Paul Wilson

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• Working Hours - Permanent, Part time, Term time
• Salary - £33,465 - £51,714 per annum, pro rata. The pro-rata salary is from £20,079 to £31,028
• Closing date - 10pm on Sunday 29th November 2026