Music Teacher

Job Title: Music Teacher

Location: Taunton, Somerset
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)
Contract Type: Full-time or Part-time | Temporary or Long-term

Are you a passionate and dynamic Music Teacher ready to make a difference? Teaching Personnel is seeking an enthusiastic Music specialist to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 in a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Taunton.

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

The Role:

• Deliver engaging and inclusive Music lessons that inspire creativity and musical appreciation

• Teach across KS3 and KS4, preparing students for performances, assessments, and GCSEs (if applicable)

• Develop pupils’ skills in composition, performance, and listening

• Lead or support extracurricular activities such as choirs, ensembles, and school productions

• Contribute to the wider school community and creative arts culture

We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or significant experience teaching Music

• Strong subject knowledge and practical skills across a range of instruments or digital music tools

• Confident classroom management and a passion for inclusive education

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE

• Access to a range of roles, including short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities

• Free CPD and training tailored to performing arts and classroom management

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements

• Opportunities to work in other schools across Somerset, if desired

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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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