Location
London

Hours
Full time or part time role available

Salary
M1 - M6 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + additional Lift Schools benefits

About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and run the music department at Lift Rawlett, part of Lift Schools MAT. You will join a secondary school on a transformational journey led by Executive Principal Jasmine Woodard. The music department boasts fantastic facilities and excellent GCSE results, with 80% achieving 5+ grades. Due to an early retirement, we are seeking a motivated music teacher to lead, shape, and deliver outstanding music lessons. This role offers the rare chance to teach in a way that best delivers education and to influence how music is taught across the school. The successful candidate will report to Christina Pirrie, Assistant Vice Principal and Head of the Curriculum Team, who has extensive experience and whole-school responsibilities.

Contract Type
Fixed term (initially until July 18th 2025)

Start Date
ASAP

Additional Benefits
Outstanding whole school CPD programme including sessions with leading educators, continuous growth and development training across 57 Lift Schools, generous pension and healthcare benefits, discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.

Experience
Proven track record of delivering engaging music lessons and a broad, balanced curriculum that supports student achievement and progress.

About you
Ability to create a positive learning environment where all students feel supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. Skilled in designing engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and providing constructive feedback to raise attainment. Collaborative approach to working with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and parents to support students’ personal development and promote inclusivity.

Qualifications
Qualified teacher status and relevant music teaching experience are expected.

Additional Information
Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and relevant teaching prohibitions checks. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer with a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.