Secondary Music Teacher

Description

Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced KS3–5 Music Teacher to fill a maternity teaching position in a secondary school in Watford, Hertfordshire. The position begins in January 2026 and will continue until the end of the academic year, and extend into the next school year.

This is a school where students' attitudes to learning are generally positive and thus progress. The behaviour is generally good, and Teachers here have high expectations, and these are often met by pupils.

About the school and contract:

A school with high aspirationsAn Ofsted–rated 'good' secondary schoolKS3 and KS4 position with the possibility of teaching to KS5Supportive Music DepartmentNQTs will be considered, and there is strong support for the NQT inductionSupportive yet high–energy atmosphereThis is a full–time position, including planning and markingThe school may consider part–timeBehaviour is excellent, and students are keen to learnWarm and welcoming atmosphere at the schoolA maternity cover position with the possibility of extensionInterviewing ASAPThe right Music Teacher will be:

Experienced with the UK curriculumConfident with teaching Key Stage 3–4 MusicAble to teach up to A LevelCreative, patient and willing to think outside of the boxAvailable from January 2026The successful Secondary Music Teacher will have the following:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalentA degree in Music or a relevant subjectUK classroom teaching experienceEligibility to work in the UKBe able to provide teaching references for the last 2 yearsA fully enhanced DBS on the online update serviceIf you'd like to know more about this Secondary Music Teacher position, then please call our London office on (phone number removed) or email me directly at (url removed)

If you know of anyone who may be interested in this position, please forward their details to us and you could be eligible for our 150 referral scheme (Terms and conditions apply).

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Ad ID: 5418081824