Teacher of Music

Teacher of Music

Sutton / Surrey Borders | January 2027 - July 2027 | Fixed-Term Contract

Salary: M1 - UPS3 Fringe

Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be working with a high-achieving and well-respected secondary school for girls located on the Sutton and Surrey borders in their search for an outstanding Teacher of Music to join their team from January 2027 until July 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Music faculty within a school renowned for its academic excellence, exceptional student outcomes and commitment to staff development. The role would suit both experienced teachers and ambitious Early Career Teachers looking to work in a supportive and aspirational environment.

The Role

Full-time Teacher of Music

Fixed-term contract from January 2027 to July 2027

Teaching Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5

Planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire curiosity about the world

Supporting students to achieve excellent academic outcomes

Salary: M1 - UPS3 Fringe

Why Apply?

This highly successful and oversubscribed school has built an enviable reputation for academic achievement, strong pastoral care and excellent behaviour. Students are motivated, enthusiastic learners who are encouraged to develop both academically and personally.

The school offers:

A welcoming and collaborative Music department

Well-equipped classrooms and excellent teaching resources

Highly engaged students with positive attitudes to learning

Outstanding professional development and career progression opportunities

Access to high-quality trust-wide training programmes

A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance

Family-friendly employment practices

Generous pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives

Excellent transport links across Sutton, Cheam, Epsom and South London

Opportunities to contribute to a wide range of enrichment activities, educational visits and fieldwork programmes

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will:

Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

Be able to teach Music across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5

Possess strong subject knowledge and a passion for Music

Demonstrate excellent classroom management and teaching practice

Be committed to helping students achieve their full potential

Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

Applications are welcomed from teachers at all stages of their careers, including Early Career Teachers. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Richard Brittain at

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