Job Description
Location: Reading, Berkshire\nContract: Full-Time, Permanent\nSalary: MPS1 (ECT Scale)\n\nAn inclusive and forward-looking secondary school in Reading is seeking a talented Music ECT to join its thriving creative arts faculty. This permanent position offers a supportive and enriching environment for a passionate trainee looking to launch their teaching career in a school that values the arts.\n\nAbout the School\nKnown for its strong pastoral support and commitment to student voice, the school provides a structured ECT induction programme with mentoring, weekly CPD, and a reduced timetable. The arts are central to school life, with regular concerts and musical productions.\n\nMusic Department\nStudents enjoy a diverse curriculum from KS3 through GCSE, focusing on performance, composition, and music appreciation.
The department has a suite of practice rooms, digital composition software, and a range of instruments.\n\nYour Role\nYou will teach across KS3 and KS4, lead or support extra-curricular ensembles, and play a key part in termly concerts. Collaboration with the drama department is encouraged for school productions.\n\nIdeal Candidate\n\n * \n\n Music graduate with QTS (or on track to qualify by July 2025)\n\n * \n\n Skilled in at least one instrument or voice\n\n * \n\n Familiarity with music tech and classroom music pedagogy\n\n * \n\n Eager to inspire and nurture musical talent in all students\n\nWhy Apply?\n\n * \n\n Supportive ECT programme and experienced mentor team\n\n * \n\n Well-equipped music facilities and vibrant arts community\n\n * \n\n Opportunities for leadership in extracurricular performance