Specialist Music Teacher - Part Time

Salary

Unqualified Teacher (UN1 – UN6): £9,039 to £14,102 per annum (actual)

Lytchett Matravers Primary School

0.4 FTE – Two days per week

September 2026

Music Specialist Teacher – primarily classroom‑based, teaching music to a range of classes within the primary school. The role involves delivering the national music curriculum, supporting pupils to reach their full potential, engaging in curriculum development, and contributing to extra‑curricular music activities.

• Is ambitious and committed to professional development
• Delivers high standards, ensuring every child receives the best music education possible
• Has a love of teaching and learning music for all, and is enthusiastic about the education of all children across every curriculum area
• Has a sense of humour, works well with others and is a good team player
• Is creative, embraces change and enjoys innovative approaches to teaching
• Is committed to contributing to the wider school community, showcasing music and pupil successes
• Can build and maintain professional and positive working relationships with a diverse school community

• A collaborative team with a shared vision of excellence
• A clear career path within a thriving and respected organisation
• Flexible working approach where possible
• Wellbeing day (trial for 2025/26)
• Excellent training and development programmes and opportunities
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme / Teacher Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service (support staff)
• Access to a benefits portal offering a full range of discounts through Lifestyle Savings
• Wellbeing support via an Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential telephone and face‑to‑face counselling for employees and family members
• Financial wellbeing support through a dedicated guidance service on mortgage matters
• Eligibility for a Blue Light card