98 Elementary Music jobs in the United Kingdom

Director of Music Education

Etio

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Role Title: Director of Music Education

Location: Remote-flexible (with travel across England, approx. 30–40%)

Contract Type: 12-month fixed term (contingent on contract award)

Salary: £65,000–£75,000

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part-time working may be considered)

Apply by: 06/09/2025

Hiring Managers: Gordon Carvern and Rose Fisher-Robins


Help shape the future of Music Education - where it’s needed most.


At Etio, we help governments and institutions around the world improve education at scale. Formerly the government services arm of Tribal Group, our work is grounded in evidence, experience, and impact. From strategic planning and workforce development to benchmarking and reform, we deliver solutions that strengthen education systems and improve learning outcomes.


About the Role

We’re looking for a credible, committed leader in music education to step into a nationally significant role within a new DfE-funded programme.

As Director of Music Education, you’ll be responsible for designing, commissioning, and curating world-class professional development in music for teachers at every career stage, across all school settings in England.

You’ll work as part of the senior leadership team, shaping programme strategy, overseeing high-quality CPD content, and leading delivery through hubs, networks, and partnerships. Crucially, you’ll ensure national reach while championing equity, inclusion, and local impact.

If you’re passionate about music education, confident working nationally, and excited to help shape the creative arts landscape for schools in England - we’d love to hear from you.


You will:

  • Lead the design, creation, commissioning, and curation of music CPD content
  • Champion a vision for music professional development that improves teaching and student learning outcomes
  • Draw on national and international research and practice to ensure excellence in CPD delivery
  • Work as part of the senior leadership team to meet KPIs, SLAs, and commercial targets
  • Build and lead a team of CPD professionals to deliver programme goals
  • Ensure reach and resonance, working through hubs, networks, and partners
  • Innovate delivery models, including hybrid, peer-to-peer, and collaborative approaches
  • Embed robust evaluation and quality assurance in all aspects of delivery
  • Monitor, evidence, and report on programme progress and impact
  • Represent Etio in national and regional settings, influencing key stakeholders


What You’ll Bring

  • Degree-level qualification or relevant professional training
  • Significant leadership experience in music education and CPD design
  • Experience working in a school or system leadership setting
  • Proven ability to design, deliver, and quality assure impactful subject-specific CPD
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Skilled communicator, confident in national-level stakeholder engagement
  • Experience leading CPD designers and trainers
  • Established network of cultural organisations relevant to music and the arts
  • Ability to innovate, influence, and drive effective system-wide change
  • Self-motivated, collaborative, and comfortable in dispersed or remote teams

Desirable

  • Masters or PhD level qualifications, or equivalent research experience
  • Knowledge of national CPD hub models and school leadership frameworks
  • Experience leading national-scale education reform programmes
  • Familiarity with DfE policy and prior policy influencing experience
  • Strong connections with organisations that promote cultural arts in schools
  • Awareness of international best practice in music and creative arts education


Who We Are

Etio is a mission-driven organisation providing expertise to improve education systems and outcomes.

We work in partnership with the Department for Education and sector leaders to deliver high-quality national programmes that raise standards and strengthen the profession.


Benefits

We know our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer a flexible, supportive culture and benefits that let you do your best work – and take care of your wellbeing too.

  • 25 days annual leave +
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Hays Education - Teacher of Music Required

RH19 East Grinstead, South East Hays Specialist Recruitment - Education

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Teacher of Music - East GrinsteadTeacher of Music - West Sussex
Inspire creativity. Share your passion. Lead the future of music.

Your new company

Join a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in the East Grinstead area that places the arts at the heart of its curriculum. With excellent facilities, a supportive leadership team, and a commitment to nurturing talent, this is a fantastic opportunity for music educators at all career stages - including those seeking leadership.

Your new role

Starting in September, you'll join the Music department to deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential for BTEC depending on experience.

Your responsibilities will include:
Teaching Music across KS3 and KS4 (and BTEC if applicable).
Delivering high-quality lessons that promote performance, composition, and musical appreciation.
Supporting extracurricular activities such as choirs, ensembles, and school productions.


Who this role is perfect for:

This role is ideal for:

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to start their journey in a creative and supportive environment.
Experienced Music teachers seeking a new challenge or leadership opportunity.
Retired teachers or part-time educators open to supply teaching and sharing their expertise.
Passionate musicians who can inspire students and contribute to a thriving arts culture.

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Experience teaching Music in a secondary school setting (including during training).
Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills.
For Head of Music applicants: proven leadership experience and ability to teach piano to a high standard.

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship, so candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

What you'll get in return

A rewarding role starting in September.
Competitive salary based on experience (MPS/UPS + TLR for Head of Music).
Flexible working options including part-time and supply.
Access to high-quality CPD and leadership development.
Full holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
A supportive and inclusive school culture.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ryan Feldman on (phone number removed)


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Hays Education - Teacher of Music Required

West Sussex, South East £168 - £261 Daily Hays Specialist Recruitment - Education

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Teacher of Music - East GrinsteadTeacher of Music - West Sussex
Inspire creativity. Share your passion. Lead the future of music.

Your new company

Join a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in the East Grinstead area that places the arts at the heart of its curriculum. With excellent facilities, a supportive leadership team, and a commitment to nurturing talent, this is a fantastic opportunity for music educators at all career stages - including those seeking leadership.

Your new role

Starting in September, you'll join the Music department to deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential for BTEC depending on experience.

Your responsibilities will include:
Teaching Music across KS3 and KS4 (and BTEC if applicable).
Delivering high-quality lessons that promote performance, composition, and musical appreciation.
Supporting extracurricular activities such as choirs, ensembles, and school productions.


Who this role is perfect for:

This role is ideal for:

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to start their journey in a creative and supportive environment.
Experienced Music teachers seeking a new challenge or leadership opportunity.
Retired teachers or part-time educators open to supply teaching and sharing their expertise.
Passionate musicians who can inspire students and contribute to a thriving arts culture.

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Experience teaching Music in a secondary school setting (including during training).
Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills.
For Head of Music applicants: proven leadership experience and ability to teach piano to a high standard.

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship, so candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

What you'll get in return

A rewarding role starting in September.
Competitive salary based on experience (MPS/UPS + TLR for Head of Music).
Flexible working options including part-time and supply.
Access to high-quality CPD and leadership development.
Full holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
A supportive and inclusive school culture.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ryan Feldman on (phone number removed)


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Hays Education - Teacher of Music Required

East Grinstead, South East £169 - £262 day Hays

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Teacher of Music - East GrinsteadTeacher of Music - West Sussex
Inspire creativity. Share your passion. Lead the future of music.

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Join a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in the East Grinstead area that places the arts at the heart of its curriculum. With excellent facilities, a supportive leadership team, and a commitment to nurturing talent, this is a fantastic opportunity for.










































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Hourly Paid Lecturers In Music Business - AD Education - London

London, London AD Education

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AD Education UK is a growing network of leading creative education institutes in the UK. The group’s institutions are united around strong values and sharing a vision for creativity and innovation within creative media education. With over 40 years of pioneering and sector-leading experience, our graduates can be found throughout the music, film, games and wider creative media sectors, winning prestigious awards and employed within the highest echelons of their respective creative fields. Our market-leading portfolio of schools includes The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and SAE Institute UK. 

Requirements

Salary: £26.10 to £40.70 depending on experience/qualifications

Hours: Flexible

Contract Type: Hourly Paid

Closing Date: None

Location: London

It couldn’t be a more exciting time to join AD Education. ADE is seeking to expand its team of hourly paid lecturers teaching on business and entrepreneurship modules across our undergraduate portfolio of programmes. We are looking for experienced and entrepreneurial industry practitioners and educators who can help our students develop the business acumen and skills needed to be successful in the music industry. Knowledge and experience of digital marketing and social media, branding, rights management and licensing, content creation, and music release campaign planning are especially valuable.

Candidates will have excellent technical knowledge and an ability to engage and connect with students across all undergraduate levels and musical interests. You will have a credible professional/industry profile, evidence of high quality teaching practice, and experience in the delivery of further or higher education programmes. A degree in a relevant discipline is expected. Teaching and/or postgraduate qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Job Description here

To improve the diversity of our academic team, we especially welcome applications from women, those with a disability, and those from an ethnic minority background.

If you are interested in applying for this position, then please complete the e-application form. Please attach your cover letter and CV to the form and submit.

As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Note: ADE is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme

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Music Teacher

TN1 Royal Tunbridge Wells, South East Term Time Teachers

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J ob title: Music teacher - temporary

Location: Tunbridge wells

Contract: Full time Monday - Friday (8:30-3:30)

Duration: September 2025 - October 2025

Pay/rate: 130 - 200 per day (dependent on role)

About the role

At term time teachers we are seeking an inspiring and imaginative Music Teacher as part of our growing agency to join a thriving Music Department at a selective grammar school in Tunbridge Wells. This is an exciting opportunity to spark student's musical potential in an environment which celebrates high academic success.

Key responsibilities

  • Plan and assess work efficiently, providing children feedback to support their academic progress in the music department.
  • Teach A-level music in line with the key stage 5 curriculum (A-level)
  • Promote a love of music by encouraging creativity and musical exploration in students of all abilities.

Benefits

  • Free parking
  • Flexibility
  • Pension (optional)
  • Holiday pay
  • An experienced, dedicated consultant with an out of hours service line
  • Refer a friend and earn 75 for Nursery/TA & 125 Qualified Teacher

Requirements

  • Hold QTS
  • Be able to teach A-level students
  • Have previous teaching experience
  • Enhanced DBS

*Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!*

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face- to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).

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Music Teacher

Waddon, London NextGen Teachers - South East

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Inspire Through Music - Make a Difference in SEN Education

Are you a creative and enthusiastic Music Teacher looking to share your passion in a meaningful and rewarding setting? We are proud to be supporting a specialist SEN school in South Croydon that is seeking a part-time Music Teacher to join their vibrant, inclusive community from October / November 2025 .

We are partnering with a wonderful school that caters for pupils aged 4 to 19 with a range of complex needs, including Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) , Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) , and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) . Many pupils also present with speech and language challenges and sensory processing needs . The school is known for its nurturing, child-centred approach and its commitment to developing each learner's communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing.

As the Music Teacher, you will play a key role in enriching the curriculum by delivering engaging, multi-sensory music lessons tailored to each student's abilities and interests. The school highly values creativity and emotional expression, and music plays a central role in helping pupils develop confidence, communication skills, and a sense of joy.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS, or relevant teaching qualification
  • Experience teaching music in a mainstream or specialist setting
  • Knowledge or experience of working with pupils with MLD, SLD, and/or PMLD
  • An ability to plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons using a multi-sensory approach
  • Excellent communication and classroom management skills
  • A warm, flexible, and patient attitude, with a passion for inclusive education

If this sounds like you and you are a passionate and committed educator apply today!

Why apply through NextGen?

  • A supportive consultant with over 18 years' experience within recruitment and a dedicated compliance team to support you through the process.
  • A honest and approachable service who will give you advice on the process, the market and more.

Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this role.

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TS17 Thornaby on Tees, North East CER Education Recruitment

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INDEED REF: CERMID-TEA

Job Title: Music Teacher

Location: Middlesbrough
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed term

Pay: 130 to 251.71 per day

CER is working exclusively with a well-regarded academy in Middlesbrough, seeking a passionate and committed Music Teacher to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school with excellent leadership, strong systems, and a supportive staff culture. The role is 3/4 days a week, due to fortnightly timetable. The role is an open vacancy so has potential to become a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Teach Music across Key Stages 3 and 4
  • Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons
  • Support students to reach their full potential
  • Work as part of a collaborative and dedicated team

Requirements

  • UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Experience teaching Music at KS3 and KS4
  • Ability to inspire and motivate students
  • Open to experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

What We Offer

  • Competitive daily rates (PAYE or Umbrella)
  • Guaranteed Pay Schemes available
  • Access to free CPD and training
  • 250 Recommend a Friend bonus scheme
  • 300 sign-on bonus when registering from another agency
  • Flexible roles to suit your needs

If you are available from October 2025 and interested in this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

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Music Teacher

TN34 Hastings, South East TLTP Education

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Music Teacher- Hastings - £155-£45 Per Day – October start – Temporary
        
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Music Teacher- The Role    
  
In the heart of Hastings, a Secondary School are on the hunt for a Music Teacher to start in October. This is a temporary position for the perfect Music Teacher. The Head Teacher is looking for an ambitious Music Teacher who is keen to add value to an expanding their department. The school is renowned for their supportive SLT, and impressive Progress 8 results across all subjects. The school are well invested into the Education sector setting new teaching practices, as well as training their own and new staff. It's an exciting time at the school! For this Music Teacher role, the school ideally would like someone with previous experience engaging with KS3/KS4 children and managing behaviour.
         
Music Teacher- The School:         
         
This school caters to 1352 pupils between the ages of 11-18. This school is known to have an enthusiastic, positive environment for both staff and students alike. The school has strong transport links for those that would be commuting via public transport, using the South Eastern Line. Then a less than 5 minutes' walk directly to the school. As well as having easy bus routes if trains are not assessable.  
   
If this Music Teacher role is for you, APPLY Now, or contact Tommy at TLTP.  

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Music Teacher

HP17 Church End, South East Education Line Recruitment

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Music Teacher, Aylesbury (Buckinghamshire)

Are you a creative, forward-thinking, inclusive, caring, and ambitious Music Teacher with the drive and commitment to raise achievement?

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Music Teacher who can lead a team of dedicated teachers and hard-working pupils.

We are looking for:

  • Enthusiasm and commitment
  • Creativity
  • Someone who cares passionately about supporting children both academically and across all aspects of their development
  • An excellent teacher
  • High expectations of both self and others
  • Effective communication skills
  • Inter-personal skills
  • Someone who can contribute to the further development of the school
  • Fresh and exciting ideas
  • A team player

We can offer:

  • An inclusive, caring ethos
  • Friendly and well-behaved pupils
  • Helpful and welcoming staff
  • A supportive governing body
  • A drive towards excellence
  • Opportunities for professional development

To apply for this vacancy as a Music Teacher, please email me your CV.

Thank you

James

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