Protocol Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school set in a beautiful rural location just south of Shrewsbury. Surrounded by hills and woodland, the setting offers more than just a scenic backdrop, it’s a calm, supportive environment where students are encouraged to be curious, creative, and confident in who they are.
This is a school that truly knows its students. With a close-knit community feel and relatively small class sizes, staff are able to give young people the time, care, and individual attention they deserve. Personal development sits alongside academic success, and the culture is built on respect, resilience, curiosity, and support.
The role
We’re looking for a passionate and committed Music Teacher who can inspire pupils across KS3 and KS4. You’ll be joining a school that values creativity and expression, with music playing an important role in a broad, inclusive curriculum supported by a strong STEAM focus.
You’ll have the freedom to bring music to life in the classroom, encouraging students to explore, perform, and develop confidence through practical and engaging lessons. Whether it’s composition, performance, or musical appreciation, your enthusiasm will help open minds and widen horizons.
What you’ll be doing
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Delivering engaging, high-quality Music lessons across secondary age ranges
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Encouraging creativity, confidence, and a love of music in all students
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Supporting pupils’ personal development alongside their academic progress
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Working collaboratively within a supportive department and wider school team
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Contributing to a positive school culture where students feel known, valued, and encouraged
The school is proud of its commitment to:
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High expectations and personal achievement for every student
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Strong pastoral care through a well-established tutor and house system
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An inclusive, innovative curriculum that prepares students for life beyond school
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Mutual respect, personal responsibility, and integrity in everyday school life
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Supporting staff with a positive working environment and shared values
We’re looking for someone who:
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Is a qualified Music Teacher or has relevant teaching experience
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Brings energy, creativity, and a genuine love of their subject
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Believes in nurturing the whole child, not just exam results
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Builds positive relationships and creates an inclusive classroom environment
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Is reflective, resilient, and supportive, even when things get challenging
Why work with Protocol Education?
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Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
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FREE access to our online CPD Academy
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Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
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Opportunities to progress into permanent roles if desired
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Music Teacher who wants to work in a school where students are known as individuals, creativity is celebrated, and education is about more than just results.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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