Job Description
Teacher of Music
Sutton / Surrey Borders | January 2027 - July 2027 | Fixed-Term Contract
Salary: M1 - UPS3 Fringe
Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be working with a high-achieving and well-respected secondary school for girls located on the Sutton and Surrey borders in their search for an outstanding Teacher of Music to join their team from January 2027 until July 2027.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Music faculty within a school renowned for its academic excellence, exceptional student outcomes and commitment to staff development. The role would suit both experienced teachers and ambitious Early Career Teachers looking to work in a supportive and aspirational environment.
The Role
Full-time Teacher of Music
Fixed-term contract from January 2027 to July 2027
Teaching Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
Planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire curiosity about the world
Supporting students to achieve excellent academic outcomes
Salary: M1 - UPS3 Fringe
Why Apply?
This highly successful and oversubscribed school has built an enviable reputation for academic achievement, strong pastoral care and excellent behaviour. Students are motivated, enthusiastic learners who are encouraged to develop both academically and personally.
The school offers:
A welcoming and collaborative Music department
Well-equipped classrooms and excellent teaching resources
Highly engaged students with positive attitudes to learning
Outstanding professional development and career progression opportunities
Access to high-quality trust-wide training programmes
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
Family-friendly employment practices
Generous pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives
Excellent transport links across Sutton, Cheam, Epsom and South London
Opportunities to contribute to a wide range of enrichment activities, educational visits and fieldwork programmes
The Ideal Candidate
The successful applicant will:
Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
Be able to teach Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
Possess strong subject knowledge and a passion for Music
Demonstrate excellent classroom management and teaching practice
Be committed to helping students achieve their full potential
Contribute positively to the wider life of the school
Applications are welcomed from teachers at all stages of their careers, including Early Career Teachers. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Richard Brittain at richard.brittain@twrecruitment.com.
