Contract: Full time, Permanent
Required start date: 1st January 2026 (sooner start date available)
About the role:
‘Pupils have benefited from raised expectations of what they can achieve’. (Ofsted 2024)
‘There is a broad and well-considered curriculum… Pupils are now doing well.’ (Ofsted 2024)
‘Attendance has improved significantly.’ (Ofsted 2024)
The Ramsey Academy was judged to be ‘good’ for the Quality of Education, Leadership and Management, and Personal Development in its 2024 Ofsted inspection. A new Executive Head took up post in April 2025, and a Head of School has been appointed for September 2025, both committed to high achievement for all.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced music specialist to further develop music provision and increase its profile within the school. A commitment to extra-curricular activities is essential. The successful candidate will teach music up to and including G.C.S.E.
Visits to the school prior to application are welcome and can be arranged using the contact details below.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and is not suitable for anyone who has been banned from working with children.
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if a high volume of suitable applications is received.
To apply, please complete the application form demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification, and return it directly to The Ramsey Academy via the email provided below.
Application guidance notes are available to assist with completing your application.
For informal enquiries, contact Mrs. C. Downes, Headteacher’s PA, via email at the address below:
Email: [Insert email here]
Our trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to DBS clearance and satisfactory references. An enhanced DBS check will be conducted for successful applicants.
Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from all backgrounds, faiths, and ethnic groups.
About The Ramsey Academy, Halstead
Our aim is for our students and staff to ‘Achieve Excellence Together’. We believe that collaboration among staff, students, and parents leads to excellence academically, personally, and socially.
We seek colleagues who prioritize students' needs and are eager to develop their careers and fulfill their aspirations.
The Ramsey Academy is part of Bridge Academy Trust, a collegiate and collaborative trust dedicated to providing high-quality learning environments where young people enjoy, enrich, achieve, and aspire. The trust is committed to staff development and long-term sustainable strategies for education from ages 3 to 19.
Contact:
The Ramsey Academy, Halstead
Colne Road
Halstead, Essex
CO9 2HR
Phone: 01787 472481
Website: www.ramseyacademy.com
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