Qualified Music Teacher - Islington

Qualified Music Teacher – QTS Required – Nursery-Y6 – Primary School – Islington – September 2025

Position: Qualified Music Teacher (Nursery to Year 6) – Not suitable for ECTs
Status: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (8:30am - 3:30pm)
Salary: £38,766 - £39,417
School Type: Primary School Setting
Location: Islington

At Clarus Education, we are supporting a thriving primary school with an outstanding reputation, who are currently seeking an experienced Qualified Music Teacher to join their dynamic team. This excellent opportunity calls for an accomplished education professional with proven teaching expertise to lead their music provision across the primary phase.

As Qualified Music Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering outstanding music education across the primary age range (Nursery to Year 6). You will take ownership of the music curriculum, developing and implementing strategic plans to enhance musical education throughout the school.

Key Responsibilities – Qualified Music Teacher

• Design and deliver high-quality music education to pupils from Nursery to Year 6
• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive music curriculum
• Orchestrate musical performances, concerts and assemblies throughout the academic year
• Establish and coordinate engaging lunchtime and after-school music clubs
• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress in music
• Manage musical resources, instruments and equipment
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate music across the curriculum
• Represent the school at music-related events and network with external music specialists
• Contribute to whole-school improvement planning for the arts

The Ideal Candidate: - Qualified Music Teacher

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with music specialisation
• Successful teaching experience in a primary setting
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality music education
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Deep understanding of music pedagogy and children's musical development

Desirable:

• Additional music qualifications or specialist training
• Experience leading a subject area or department
• Proficiency across multiple instruments
• Experience directing children's choirs or orchestras
• Knowledge of music technology and digital composition tools

Exceptional Qualities

Our ideal candidate will possess:

• Outstanding musical and teaching abilities
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Strong leadership and organisational capabilities
• Innovative approach to music education
• Ability to inspire colleagues and pupils alike
• Commitment to inclusive musical education for all abilities

Package and Benefits

• Competitive salary scale: £38,766 - £39,417 (commensurate with experience)
• Well-equipped music facilities including purpose-built music room
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership progression
• Standard school holiday entitlement

Please note: This position is not suitable for ECTs as the school is unable to support an ECT induction programme in this specialist role.

If you're interested in applying for this Qualified 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 Qualified Music Teacher role. The successful Qualified 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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Qualified Music Teacher – QTS Required – Nursery-Y6 – Primary School – Islington – September 2025