Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
An ambitious secondary school in Oxford is seeking an experienced Music Teacher to help lead a thriving performance and technology-rich department, with a high-profile commitment to creative arts.
Your Role
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Teach Music across KS3 and KS4 with scope to lead A-Level lessons if interested.
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Develop students’ musical skills in theory, composition, performance, and technology (Logic, DAWs, recording).
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Lead ensembles, bands, choirs, school productions, and solo performance opportunities.
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Organise concerts, festivals, and music trips—locally and nationally.
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Work collaboratively on cross-faculty creative projects, integrating music with drama, dance, and visual media.
Candidate Qualities
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Music degree or equivalent, plus QTS.
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Skilled musician (one or more instruments) and confident in ensemble leadership.
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Strong grounding in music technology and sound production.
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Enthusiastic about nurturing creativity and performance in students.
School Environment
The school offers rehearsal studios, recording technology, instrument suites, and high expectations. It aligns with local arts organisations and supports staff involvement in arts education networks.
Benefits
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Extensive CPD and arts sector connections.
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Budget for equipment, recording projects, and venue hire.
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Encouragement to build community partnerships and student enterprise.
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Recognition of staff creativity and personal wellbeing—film nights, music performances, and professional sharing events.
Application
Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your musical skills, creative vision, and how you'd enrich the school’s music culture