Music Teacher – Outstanding Faith School in Hammersmith

Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, West London

Position: Music Teacher (Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4 / Key Stage 5 Specialist)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: Highly Competitive Inner London Salary Scale (MPS/UPS) + Excellent Benefits

We are seeking an inspiring, dynamic, and accomplished Music Teacher to join a celebrated Music department at an Ofsted 'Outstanding' Faith School in the vibrant borough of Hammersmith.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a school renowned for its academic excellence, spiritual values, and rich musical tradition. Music plays a central role in the school's cultural and spiritual life, benefiting from high student engagement, regular liturgical services, state-of-the-art music tech suites, and an extensive extra-curricular performance program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging Music lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE Music), with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 (A-Level Music / Music Technology).

• Lead and support school choirs, orchestras, bands, and liturgical music for services, assemblies, and major school events.

• Teach musical composition, performance, and musicology across a broad range of genres and historical periods, utilizing modern digital audio workstations (DAWs) and software tools.

• Coordinate peripatetic instrumental tuition and track student progress in both practical and written assessments.

• Foster an inclusive, creative environment that reflects the ethos and values of the faith school community.

School Highlights:

• Ofsted Outstanding & Strong Faith Ethos: Widely recognized for exemplary student conduct, outstanding leadership, and a supportive, values-led community.

• World-Class Music Facilities: Includes dedicated practice rooms, performance halls, high-spec iMac music technology suites, and a wide collection of acoustic and electric instruments.

• Thriving Musical Tradition: Vibrant co-curricular calendar featuring annual concerts, cathedral services, drama collaborations, and regional music tours.

• Professional Growth: Generous non-contact planning time, collaborative departmental resourcing, and funded continuous professional development (CPD).

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized secondary teaching qualification (both experienced teachers and ECTs are welcomed to apply).

• A strong academic background with a degree in Music, Music Performance, Composition, or a related discipline.

• Sympathy with and support for the school's faith ethos and values.

• Exceptional practical musical talent (keyboard/piano skills preferred for accompaniment, though all instrumental backgrounds are encouraged).

• Full right to work in the UK.

How to Apply:

To apply for this Music Teacher position in Hammersmith, please submit an up-to-date CV below for immediate consideration.