Teacher of Music and Performing Arts

Music Teacher – Maternity Cover

Traewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and qualified Music Teacher for an excellent maternity cover opportunity in Trafford.

The Role

Teach Music across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

• Plan and deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons that develop students’ performance, composition and listening skills.
• Assess, monitor and support student progress in line with curriculum expectations.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes participation and achievement.
• Contribute to the delivery of a broad and ambitious Music curriculum.
• Support extracurricular music activities, performances and enrichment opportunities where appropriate.
• Undertake wider responsibilities of a classroom teacher, including pastoral duties and form tutor responsibilities.

The School

• High‑achieving and oversubscribed secondary school.
• Strong reputation for academic excellence and student support.
• Motivated, respectful and aspirational student body.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative department culture.
• Commitment to high standards, inclusion and student wellbeing.
• Excellent transport links across Trafford and surrounding areas.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS or an equivalent recognised secondary teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Music within a UK secondary school setting.
• Ability to teach Music confidently across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, including GCSE Music.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage learners of all abilities.
• A commitment to high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Please note: This position is suitable for qualified Music Teachers and is not suitable for applicants who have music industry, performance or professional musician experience without a recognised teaching qualification.

Benefits

• Competitive and reliable rates of pay.
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College.
• A generous referral scheme.
• Full interview preparation and ongoing support.
• Assistance with lesson planning and delivery.
• A straightforward online portal for timesheets and availability.
• An in‑house payroll team based in London.
• Flexible holiday pay options.
• Regular social and networking opportunities.

If you’re a qualified Music Teacher looking to make a positive impact in a successful secondary school during a maternity cover placement, we would love to hear from you.

Call the Manchester team on 0161 674 0138 or email Manchester@twrecruitment.com #INDMANC

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