Location: Cherwell district, Oxfordshire
Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
A creative beacon in Cherwell, this proactive secondary school seeks a confident Music Teacher to transform its performance, composition, and digital music offering from September 2025. Armed with a modern suite and tech, this role is ideal for a teacher ready to lead and innovate.
Role description:
Teach KS3–KS4 Music, with scope to teach A-Level or BTEC Music Technology. Run ensembles (jazz band, choir, rock groups) and integrate music tech (DAWs, sampling, editing) into curriculum and performance. You'll also spearhead whole-school concerts, festivals, and community music days.
Responsibilities:
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Plan lessons that combine theory, composition, world music, and digital production
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Conduct ensembles and coordinate performances with other arts disciplines
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Use music software for recording, mixing, and creative production in lessons
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Organise school-wide showcases and live community performances
Ideal candidate:
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Qualified Music teacher with multi-instrument proficiency
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Strong performing and tech skills; confident with Logic, Pro Tools, Sibelius
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Passionate about inclusive performance and student agency
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Skilled event manager with excellent communication
School context:
A high-achieving, inclusive school with an except...