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Music Teacher - Independent School
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 31,650 - 58,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Teacher of A-Level Music - Inspire Future Musicians at a Leading Cambridge Girls' School
Location: Cambridge Start Date: September 2025 Salary: Highly Competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you an exceptional Teacher of A-Level Music with a passion for igniting musical creativity and understanding in young women? We're seeking a dynamic and inspiring educator to join the thriving Music Department of our prestigious independent all-girls school in Cambridge. This full-time, permanent role starts in September 2025.
Our school is renowned for academic excellence and for fostering an empowering environment where girls thrive in the arts. We're committed to developing confident performers, insightful composers, and critical listeners, preparing our students for leading conservatoires, universities, and successful careers in music and beyond.
About Our Music Department
Our Music Department is a vibrant hub of artistic expression and intellectual inquiry, boasting modern, well-equipped practice rooms, a state-of-the-art recording studio, and a commitment to diverse musical exploration. We deliver a rigorous and engaging A-Level Music curriculum, designed to challenge and inspire our bright and highly motivated students. Our girls consistently achieve outstanding results, many going on to pursue Music or related disciplines at top institutions. We foster a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, encouraging musical debate, performance, and extracurricular engagement.
What We Offer You
* A Collegiate and Supportive Environment: Work alongside a team of highly experienced and enthusiastic music specialists who are dedicated to academic excellence and nurturing student potential.
* Exceptional Resources: Teach in state-of-the-art facilities with access to cutting-edge instruments, technology, and extensive musical libraries.
* Professional Growth: We're committed to your ongoing development, offering ample opportunities for training, research, and career progression within a supportive academic setting.
* Engaged and Ambitious Students: Inspire bright, curious, and well-behaved students who are eager to learn and excel in Music.
* Attractive Remuneration: A competitive salary and benefits package that reflects your expertise and dedication.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As our Teacher of A-Level Music, you will:
* Plan and deliver engaging and intellectually stimulating A-Level Music lessons, ensuring exceptional academic outcomes in performance, composition, and listening.
* Inspire a deep understanding of musical theory, history, and analysis across diverse genres and periods.
* Utilise a variety of teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles, promoting critical listening, creative composition, and skilled performance.
* Assess student progress rigorously, providing insightful feedback and contributing to student reports and university/conservatoire applications.
* Contribute to the development of the Music curriculum and departmental resources, staying abreast of the latest educational and musical advancements.
* Participate in and potentially lead extracurricular musical activities, such as choirs, orchestras, bands, or chamber ensembles, enriching the learning experience.
* Act as a form tutor and contribute positively to the wider life and pastoral care within our girls' school community.
What We're Looking For
* A strong academic background in Music or a related musical discipline.
* Proven experience teaching A-Level Music successfully in the UK is essential.
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is ideal, but not strictly necessary for candidates with significant UK independent school teaching experience.
* A genuine passion for Music and a commitment to inspiring young women in the arts.
* Excellent subject knowledge, with the ability to convey complex musical concepts with clarity and enthusiasm.
* A dynamic, adaptable, and innovative teaching style with strong classroom management.
* A collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, sensitive to the unique environment of an all-girls school.
How to Apply
If you are an ambitious and dedicated Teacher of A-Level Music looking for a challenging yet incredibly rewarding opportunity in a leading independent girls' school, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a compelling cover letter outlining your suitability for this role and your vision for inspiring the next generation of female musicians. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and early application is encouragedBefore You Apply
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