Teacher of Music

Location: Ripon, North Yorkshire
Start date: September 2024
Contract: Full Time

Salary: MPS/UPS; £30,000 - £46,525 per annum

Are you a dedicated and passionate Music Teacher? Do you have a strong commitment to fostering academic growth and positively impacting students' lives? If so, GSL Education is offering an excellent opportunity for you to work as a Music Teacher at a Client Secondary School in Ripon, North Yorkshire, starting from September 2024.

About the School:

• Graded by Ofsted as ‘Outstanding’ in quality of education, personal development, leadership and management and sixth-form provision.
• With an emphasis on fostering a culture of success and a conducive environment for learning, the school prioritizes placing students at the centre of everything they do.
• They strive to ensure that all students feel valued and have access to the support they need to succeed.
• Beyond the classroom, the school provides numerous enrichment activities, including sports, arts, and clubs, to help students discover and develop their passions and talents.
• Their collaborative approach helps create a supportive network that benefits students and the broader community alike.
• Through its values, programs, resources, and commitment to inclusivity, the school strives to empower students to become well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.

Music Teacher Responsibilities:

• Develop and design the Music curriculum of KS3, GCSE and A-Level, in adherence to national and local standards, ensuring it is engaging, age-appropriate, and caters to diverse learners.
• Deliver high-quality Music instruction, employing various teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Contribute to full lesson planning, prepping and marking of assessments to evaluate students' understanding and progress, offering timely and constructive feedback to support their learning.
• Identify and address diverse learning needs, providing additional support or enrichment opportunities.
• Collaborate with fellow Music teachers and faculty members to align teaching strategies, share resources, and develop interdisciplinary projects integrating Music with other subjects.

Music Teacher Requirements:

• PGCE in Secondary Music with QTS or equivalent UK recognized teaching qualification.
• Essential Music or instrument teaching experience within the last 2 years.
• Ability to foster curiosity and interest in the subject.
• Strong command of the curriculum and effective behavior management skills.
• Commitment to child protection, safeguarding, and pupil welfare.
• Hold a Child Only DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education. DBS sponsorship is available for this position.

Please be aware that this role requires a solid grasp of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must meet all background checks, including an enhanced DBS registered with the update service.

If you are interested in applying for the Music Teacher position in Ripon, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your updated CV through the provided application link. Alternatively, visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.