Secondary School Music Teacher

Location: Southwark, South London
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment
Contract: Supply / Long-Term Opportunities
Working Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Daily Supply Rate: £150 - £170 per day
Long-Term Rate: Paid in line with the Main Teacher Pay Scale (MPS)

Are you a passionate and qualified Music Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Southwark?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a talented, enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary School Music Teacher to work within a welcoming secondary school in Southwark.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Music Teacher with relevant teaching experience who is passionate about inspiring young people, developing musical talent and delivering engaging, high-quality lessons across the secondary curriculum.

Whether you are looking for flexible supply opportunities or interested in progressing into a longer-term teaching position, this role offers the opportunity to develop your experience, demonstrate your abilities and make a meaningful contribution to a school community.

The Role

As a Secondary School Music Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging Music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.

• Teaching students with varying abilities and musical interests.

• Developing students' practical musical skills, creativity and theoretical knowledge.

• Creating a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.

• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and classroom management.

• Assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback.

• Contributing to the wider Music Department and supporting extracurricular musical activities where appropriate.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure students receive a high standard of education.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:

• A relevant degree in Music or a closely related subject.

• A recognised teaching qualification, such as PGCE with QTS, or equivalent recognised teaching status.

• Previous experience teaching Music within a secondary school setting.

• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging Music lessons.

• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills.

• A genuine passion for music education and student development.

• The ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.

• A valid enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to undertake the appropriate safeguarding checks.

Pay Rates and Progression Opportunities

Daily Supply: £150 - £170 per day

Tradewind Recruitment offers competitive daily supply rates, with pay determined by relevant qualifications, previous teaching experience, the responsibilities undertaken and the level of contribution within the school.

Candidates joining at the lower end of the pay range may have the opportunity to progress towards the higher daily rate of £170 as they demonstrate their experience, reliability and effectiveness in the role.

Higher rates may be considered for teachers who:

• Have substantial and relevant secondary Music teaching experience.

• Demonstrate consistently strong classroom management and teaching practice.

• Receive positive feedback from school leaders and demonstrate a strong track record.

• Take on additional responsibilities within the Music Department.

• Support extracurricular activities, performances, school productions or wider departmental initiatives.

• Demonstrate increased responsibility, independence and leadership within the school.

Any progression in daily pay will be subject to experience, performance, the responsibilities undertaken and agreement with Tradewind Recruitment.

Long-Term Teaching Opportunities: Main Teacher Pay Scale

For candidates who move into a long-term teaching vacancy, remuneration will be in line with the school's applicable Main Teacher Pay Scale (MPS), subject to qualifications, experience and the terms of the appointment.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Access to a range of secondary teaching opportunities across London.

• Competitive and transparent daily rates.

• Opportunities to develop your teaching experience and take on additional responsibilities.

• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.

• Access to long-term and potentially ongoing teaching opportunities.

• Professional development and career progression support.