Unqualified Music Teacher - Islington

Unqualified Music Teacher – Primary School – Full-time – Islington - September 2025

Position: Unqualified Music Teacher (Nursery to Year 6)
Status: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (8:30am - 3:30pm)
Salary: £27,252 - £39,417
Location: Primary School Setting

Exceptional Opportunity

Our prestigious client, a thriving primary school with an outstanding reputation, is currently seeking a talented and passionate Unqualified Music Teacher to join their dynamic team. This rare opportunity offers the perfect platform for a musically gifted individual to transition into education whilst receiving comprehensive support and development.

Role Overview

As Unqualified Music Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering inspiring music education across the primary age range (Nursery to Year 6). The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the school's curriculum leaders to foster musical appreciation and skills development throughout the school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and age-appropriate music lessons to pupils from Nursery to Year 6
• Collaborate with senior teaching staff to implement the music curriculum
• Spearhead musical performances and assemblies throughout the academic year
• Develop and lead lunchtime and after-school music clubs
• Nurture musical talent and encourage participation from all pupils
• Assist with maintenance and organisation of musical instruments and resources
• Support the assessment of pupil progress in music
• Contribute to cross-curricular initiatives incorporating music
• Play an integral role in school concerts, productions and community events

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Demonstrable musical expertise with relevant qualifications and/or significant practical experience
• Natural ability to engage and inspire young learners
• Experience of working with children in some capacity
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)
• Genuine passion for music education and child development

Desirable:

• Professional music background or formal music qualifications
• Experience within educational environments
• Proficiency across multiple instruments
• Choir or ensemble directing experience
• Familiarity with music technology and digital composition tools

Exceptional Qualities

Our ideal candidate will possess:

• Outstanding musical ability
• Excellent interpersonal skills with both children and colleagues
• Creative and innovative teaching approaches
• Exceptional organisational capabilities
• Adaptability and receptiveness to professional development
• Commitment to inclusive musical education for all abilities

Benefits

• Competitive salary scale: £27,252 - £39,417 (commensurate with experience)
• Comprehensive induction and mentoring programme
• Excellent facilities
• Supportive, Sociable and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Standard school holiday entitlement

If you're interested in applying for this Unqualified Music Teacher opportunity, then please send your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will then be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted)!

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed in this Unqualified Music Teacher role. The successful Unqualified Music Teacher will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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Unqualified Music Teacher – Primary School – Full-time – Islington - September 2025