Music Teacher – KS3 to KS4
Location: Birmingham, B16
Start date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time | Permanent or Long-Term
Salary: MPS/UPS or competitive PAYE rate (depending on experience)
Passionate about performance, composition, and inspiring young musicians? This role could be your perfect stage.
We’re supporting a welcoming 11–16 secondary school in their search for a talented Music Teacher. You’ll be delivering engaging, creative lessons that help students develop their performance, composition, and listening skills while building their confidence both in and out of the classroom.
About the Role
As a Music Teacher, you’ll:
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Teach Music across KS3 and KS4 in line with the national curriculum
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Prepare students for GCSE Music, including performance and composition assessments
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Use a range of instruments, technology, and resources to inspire learners
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Encourage participation in extra-curricular activities such as choir, band, or school productions
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Collaborate with colleagues to organise concerts, showcases, and trips
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
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Holds QTS and a degree in Music or a related field
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Has experience teaching Music at secondary level, ideally including GCSE
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Can inspire students of all abilities through creativity and enthusiasm
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Is confident leading ensembles, performances, and extra-curricular groups
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Builds positive relationships and fosters a love of music-making
What You’ll Get
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Access to well-equipped music rooms and performance spaces
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Weekly PAYE pay no umbrella deductions
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CPD opportunities tailored to your career goals
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Support from a dedicated Protocol Education consultant
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A school environment that values the arts and encourages creativity
Ready to help students find their voice and rhythm?
Apply today or contact us we’ll help you find a school that hits the right note for your teaching career.
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.
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