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1.0FTE Music Teacher

La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School, London, SW12 0AB

This job expired on 22 April 2025 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  22 April 2025 at 3pm

• Date listed

  4 April 2025

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Music
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - 01/09/2025 - 31/12/2025
• Pay scale: M1 to U3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an exceptional and inspiring Music Teacher to join our outstanding team. Our thriving Music Department continues to grow, with students excelling at both GCSE and A-Level Music. We offer a diverse range of vocal and instrumental ensembles, including Gospel Choir, Chapel Choir, Junior Chorus, Tour Choir, Wind Ensemble, String Ensemble, Rock School, and Orchestra.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering engaging and high-quality music lessons across all key stages. We expect them to contribute enthusiastically to the wider musical life of the school, including concerts, performances, and whole-school events such as the Carol Service at the end of the Autumn term.

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Teach music across all key stages, including A-Level
• Inspire and develop students’ musical talents
• Contribute to the continued success and growth of the Music Department
• Bring creative and dynamic ideas to enhance the curriculum
• Lead and support school ensembles, rehearsals, and performances
• Work within a strong, collaborative, and supportive team
• Be an impactful form tutor, supporting students’ academic and personal development

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer

• Endless opportunities for CPD to support your professional growth.
• Dedicated weekly mentor hour for ECTs and PGCE students.
• Two weeks paid work for ECTs starting early to support transition and induction.
• Collaborative cross-curricular working parties to develop teaching and share best practices.
• A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff.
• Inner London weighting for competitive remuneration.
• A two-week October half-term break.
• A dedicated wellbeing programme and access to a healthcare scheme.
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme and long-service awards.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

https://www.laretraite.co.uk/Information/Safeguarding/

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About La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1219 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School website
• Email address: ssilva@laretraite.co.uk
• Phone number: 0208 6736544
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/la-retraite-roman-catholic-girls-school

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Arranging a visit to La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email ssilva@laretraite.co.uk.

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