Music primary teacher

Job Description

Primary Teacher (EYFS/KS1) Music Specialist (Epping Forest) Join the Founding Team of a New Pre-Preparatory School in Epping Forest for September 2026. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Primary Teacher with a Music specialism to join the founding team of a brand-new pre-preparatory school for children aged 37. This role is perfect for a Music-led Primary Teacher who is passionate about early musicianship, rhythm, singing progression and nurturing confident, expressive young learners through a knowledge-rich curriculum. As a Primary Teacher with a Music specialism, you will help shape a school built on calm classrooms, strong routines and a deep understanding of child development. You will introduce young pupils to the foundations of Music through singing, movement, percussion, listening skills, early notation and creative exploration, ensuring lessons are structured, joyful and age-appropriate within a beautifully designed environment. What The School Offers

• Competitive salary starting at £45,000
• Extensive employee assistance programme
• Preferential fee discounts for eligible staff
• Ongoing professional development and coaching
• 24/7 virtual GP access
• Legal, financial and wellbeing support
• A serene, well-resourced setting designed to support excellent teaching

Who Were Looking For We welcome applications from a Primary Teacher with a Music specialism who:

• Holds QTS with a strong academic background (Music, Music Education or related field preferred)
• Has experience in EYFS/KS1 or pre-preparatory settings (essential), or is an ECT with strong academics
• Understands early child development and the foundations of early musicianship
• Values clarity, structure and joyful, knowledge-rich teaching
• Brings warmth, creativity and professionalism
• Is excited to help build a new school community from the ground up

If you are a Primary Teacher with a Music specialism who wants to shape a schools foundations, inspire young learners and contribute to a thoughtful, modern-traditional educational vision, we would be delighted to hear from you. Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essexs leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles. To explore similar opportunities, search Ribbons & Reeves online wed be happy to support your application.

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