Music teacher; Prep) part time

Music Teacher (Prep School)

Part time, term time, fixed term

(maternity cover)

Starting November 2026

Headington Rye Oxford Prep School is a vibrant and welcoming school set in 12 acres of playing fields and grounds. In an environment where individuals come first, Headington Rye Oxford is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, pastoral support and an impressive range of extra-curricular opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic part time music teacher with the ability to demonstrate excellent classroom practice. The successful applicant will join a dedicated and dynamic team and work alongside the Head of Music. He/She will have a love of teaching music, a genuine commitment to the needs of the pupils and take a full and active part in the life of the School.

The Music Department has two large classrooms and a plethora of music practice rooms. The Department has over 20 visiting music teachers each week and music is placed at the heart of the school. There are many opportunities for children to perform in concerts each year, both during and after school. You will be able to offer your own club choice, or continue with Key Stage 1 choir.

• assist with class music teaching throughout the School, implementing the School’s musical plan imaginatively
• plan lessons that engage and motivate pupils to learn effectively, meeting individual pupil needs
• encourage interest and skills in performing and musical literacy throughout the School
• organise and run a range of musical enrichment activities, including choirs and clubs
• assist and liaise with the chaplain and Head of Music when preparing the pupils for their contributions to main events eg Foundation Day and Christmas assemblies
• support school drama productions, liaising with staff and assisting at rehearsals
• assist with instrumental and choral concerts
• accompany pupils, as required, eg. for concerts (piano or guitar)
• attend parents’ evenings and write reports on the children’s progress
• attend staff meetings and inset days
• take part in staff professional development
• work towards the development and aims of the School
• follow the School’s safeguarding policy, attend relevant training and to read updates

Essential

• a good honours degree relevant to the teaching aspects of the role
• good pianistic or guitar skills to accompany singing and children in concerts
• experienced musician/teacher of primary aged children

Desirable

• a recognised teaching qualification
• experience of the Kodaly method of teaching
• experience in organising school performances, assemblies and musical activities

• ability to enthuse and inspire children in their musical education
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• energy, enthusiasm, a positive manner and sense of humour
• good initiative, can work effectively in a very busy school environment
• adaptable and show good judgement
• an exceptional classroom practitioner
• sympathy with the values and ethos of the School

Part-time (two days per week), fixed term (maternity cover) starting November 2026

The School will comply with its legal obligations in relation to the provision of access to a pension scheme.

In accordance with the School’s policy, which may be subject to change from time to time, up to 50 per cent fee remission for pupils attending Headington Rye Oxford and up to 20 per cent fee remission for students attending Magdalen…