Music Teacher – Part‑Time (Kensal Rise)
3 Days per Week | Mon–Wed | Temp to Perm | Start ASAP (or after Easter)
£145 per day | Open to QTS and Non‑QTS with Whole‑Class UK Teaching Experience
A thriving and creative 2-form primary setting in Kensal Rise is seeking a part‑time Music Teacher to join their PPA team on a temp‑to‑perm basis. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about delivering high‑quality music education across the whole school and confident teaching full classes from Year 1 to Year 6.
Teaching Environment
Music is a valued part of the curriculum, with a strong emphasis on performance, rhythm, singing, composition and building children’s confidence through creative expression. You will be joining a supportive team who work collaboratively to deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that inspire a love of music across the school.
Role Responsibilities
The role involves teaching music across Years 1–6 as part of the PPA timetable. Key responsibilities include:
* Planning and delivering engaging whole‑class music lessons
* Teaching across KS1 and KS2, adapting lessons to a range of abilities
* Developing pupils’ musical skills in singing, rhythm, notation and performance
* Preparing classes for assemblies, performances or showcases where required
* Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
* Working closely with the PPA team and wider staff to ensure consistency and high standards
Essential Requirements
* Experience teaching whole‑class music in UK primary schools (not just peripatetic or small‑group teaching)
* A DBS on the Update Service
* Strong classroom management and confident delivery across KS1 and KS2
* A genuine passion for music education and inspiring young learners
* QTS is welcome but not essential if you have strong whole‑class teaching experience
Contract & Pay
* 3 days per week (Mon–Wed)
* Temp to perm
* Start ASAP or after Easter
* £145 per day
* Long‑term pay will align with the Main Teacher Pay Scale or Unqualified Teacher Scale, depending on QTS status
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and enthusiastic Music Teacher to make a real impact across the school, delivering high‑quality lessons and contributing to a vibrant creative curriculum. It’s a great fit for someone who enjoys whole‑school teaching and is looking for a stable, long‑term role in a supportive Kensal Rise setting.
Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed