Teacher of Music

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated member of staff to support a very popular and dynamic team delivering incredible opportunities for our young scholars.

You will work closely with the Director of Music to support not only curriculum delivery but also the vast array of opportunities afforded to our scholars in this field, including the Choir, Orchestra, Musical Theatre and various bands that perform via our extra‑curricular offer, as well as visits and performances in London, Nottingham and Loughborough.

• Qualified Teacher Status
• A good honours degree in a relevant subject
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Excellent practitioner with demonstrable experience of raising standards and leading developments in Music
• Experience of successful delivery of the GCSE Music programmes to a high standard
• Experience of working in high‑performing contexts
• Commitment to research‑informed pedagogy
• Relentlessly high expectations of staff and scholars
• Excellent subject knowledge
• Familiarity and comfort with recent developments in Music education
• Ability to draw meaningful and actionable interpretations from data
• Ability to motivate, inspire and develop others
• Ability to develop the teaching practice of other colleagues
• Aligned with BMA’s commitment to transformational education
• Values‑driven with a strong moral purpose
• Motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
• Willingness to give and receive constructive feedback
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Reflective practitioner, with a commitment to self‑improvement
• Ability to work under pressure
• Commitment to co‑curricular education as well as academic programmes

• M1‑UPS3 Inner London £40,317‑£62,496 FTE, 0.4 FTE £16,126‑£24,998 pro rata per annum
• Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
• CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses
• Enhanced ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers
• World‑class facilities
• Comprehensive training, coaching, and mentoring available
• Supportive working culture
• Free staff gym on site
• Access to the London Marathon Community Track
• Opportunities to attend Park events
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform:
  Health & Wellbeing Programme:
  Cycle to Work Scheme

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world‑class education. We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world‑class, knowledge‑rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre‑employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.