Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Fixed-term
Full-time
Sir William Perkins’s School is seeking to appoint a Teacher of Music to join our dedicated Music department on a maternity cover basis from September 2026.
Our Music department has an outstanding reputation both locally and nationally. The Teacher of Music will work with the Director to enhance all aspects of performance and co‑curricular music within the school, so that students of all abilities are actively encouraged to fulfil their musical potential to the maximum.
The successful candidate will be a well‑qualified specialist and an inspirational classroom practitioner with a proven track record of teaching music at all levels.
How to apply
Please complete the online application form. We are unable to accept CVs.
Closing date for applications: 24 May 2026
Early applications are encouraged as the School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
Note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to sponsor overseas applicants.
About us
Sir William Perkins’s School is a high‑performing, academically selective, independent school for approximately 600 students aged 11 – 18 years. The Head is both a member of HMC and GSA. It is located on an attractive 12‑acre site situated on the outskirts of Chertsey, a two‑minute walk from the railway station and very near to the junction of the M3 and M25.
Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Benefits
* APTIS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
* Complimentary Staff Lunch for all staff working over 6 hours a day
* Employee Assistance Programme – access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed
* Staff Discount Platform – a digital platform offering exclusive savings in a number of High Street and online retailers
* Free Staff Parking – limited on site car parking and bike sheds
* Collegiate Culture – a friendly and collaborative staff body, willing to support and share in the success of our peers
Qualifications
Good qualifications in both English and Maths essential
Experience
Teaching essential
Leadership
Ability to instill a strong sense of belief and accountability in both staff and students essential
Focused on standards and positive outcomes essential
Adaptable – ability to adapt style to a variety of situations and people essential
Sir William Perkinss School
Sir William Perkinss School
Guildford Road
Chertsey
Surrey
KT16 9BN
HR
hr@swps.org.uk
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