Teacher of music

Invicta Grammar School

Kent

£31,650 - £49,084 per month

Salary:

MPR/UPR

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

01 January 2026

Apply by:

3 October 2025


Job overview


Teacher of Music

Invicta Grammar School is a highly respected school that has an exciting opportunity to build on the achievements of a very successful and creative Music Department.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Music to join our very popular and innovative Music Department. You will have a willingness to work hard and be fully committed to making a difference to our student's futures. This is a superb opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated professional who would like to work in a school that provides a wealth of opportunities for both students and staff, along with wanting to be part of a family-friendly, team-based workforce.

This post would be suitable for either an experienced or newly qualified talented teacher. We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious team player, who has a passion for teaching Music – not just in the classroom but who also enjoys preparing students for activities outside of lessons.

We have over 300 students partaking in a wide range of activities, including four choirs, a school orchestra, string orchestra, wind band, big band, guitar ensemble, and rock and pop bands. The music department features regularly in the cultural life of the school, with a wide range of musical events including the Autumn, Spring and Summer concerts, an Advent Service, the school production, 'Spotlight' concerts and performances at Leeds Castle, to name but a few.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a passionate Teacher of Music to join a growing Trust with an established staff body, and a strong department with a good spread of experience.

Come and join our dedicated team of professionals who are always willing to support new staff in the best interests of our students. Our school continually evolves in our drive for excellence; we aspire to provide Outstanding Care, Outstanding Education and Outstanding Opportunities. New opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the school. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust (VIAT) is set up to provide: networking, support, quality assurance and friendship. If you think you would thrive in this environment we want to meet you.

Closing date for applications is: Friday 3 October 2025.

Applications should be sent to

An Application Form can be found on our website at: Application Forms - Invicta Grammar School )

Applications will be considered upon receipt (early applications are encouraged) and interviews will take place as soon as possible.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

In line with our safeguarding practice we are unable to accept CV's.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found in the policy section on our website.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.



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About Invicta Grammar School


Invicta Grammar School

Huntsman Lane, Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5DS

United Kingdom

Invicta Grammar School is a highly regarded 11 – 18 girls' selective school with a nationally renowned academic record.

At Invicta, we seek to develop the skills, talents and interests of all our students as individuals. We have high expectations and high aspirations for all and our vision is one of academic excellence in a supportive and caring environment. Our results are outstanding with 75% A*/B grades at A Level and 56.6% A*/A grades at GCSE making us the best school in Maidstone and the opportunities and care we provide are equally outstanding.

We encourage our students to be actively involved in the school, local and international community and Invicta has achieved International School status.

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