Music Teacher

Job Title:

Music Teacher (QTS or ECT)

Location:

Taunton, Somerset

Start Date:

ASAP
Salary: £140–£200 per day (depending on experience)

Contract:

Full-time, Long-term

Do you love bringing music to life and inspiring students to discover their creative potential?
Are you confident teaching across KS3–KS4 and passionate about developing young performers?
Are you looking for a long-term Music role in Taunton with genuine scope to become permanent?

A welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in Taunton is seeking a dedicated Music Teacher to join their thriving performing arts faculty. The school is known for its supportive leadership, strong sense of community, and commitment to nurturing both academic and artistic talent.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an enthusiastic ECT, this is an excellent opportunity to join a school that values creativity, collaboration, and high-quality teaching.

The ideal candidate will:

Hold QTS or be an ECT with strong Music curriculum knowledge

Be confident teaching Music across KS3–KS4

Bring an engaging, encouraging teaching style with strong classroom management

Have a passion for performance, composition, and developing students’ musical confidence

Contribute to ensembles, concerts, and extracurricular music opportunities

The school offers:

A supportive SLT with a clear commitment to the performing arts

A well-equipped Music department with practice rooms and performance spaces

A friendly, collaborative staff culture

Opportunities to lead or support concerts, workshops, and enrichment activities

Genuine potential to move into a permanent post

Why register with Teacher Active?

Competitive PAYE rates with no umbrella fees

Free CPD and development through My-Progression

Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant

Up to £200 referral bonus (T&Cs apply)

Trusted by schools across Somerset and the South West

If you’re a motivated Music Teacher ready to inspire students and make your mark in a vibrant Taunton school, we’d love to hear from you.

Email:
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All suitable applicants will be contacted to discuss the role and invited to register with Teacher Active.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

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