MUSIC TEACHER
The Barlow RC High School, Manchester, M20 6BX16 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
24 April 2026 at 8am
Date listed
8 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Music
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPR
What skills and experience we're looking for
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an energetic, creative and ambitious Music Teacher to join our vibrant and forward‑thinking school. We are looking for someone who is passionate about music and committed to inspiring pupils across both key stages to develop their musical skills, creativity and confidence, achieving exceptional outcomes. The ability to teach music across a range of styles and ensembles would be an advantage.
This is a fantastic role for someone who brings musical flair, fresh ideas and a genuine love of the subject—whether through performance, composition, music technology, ensemble work, or a combination of musical disciplines.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be an excellent classroom practitioner committed to high‑quality teaching and learning.
- Be passionate about Music, bringing imagination and innovation to the curriculum.
- Possess the ability to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils of all abilities.
- Play an active role in the life of the school and contribute to our wider creative and cultural offer.
- Be driven to secure the very best outcomes for all learners.
We warmly welcome applications from both ECTs and experienced teachers.
To apply, please return a completed application form to hr@thebarlowrchigh.co.uk. Please note: CVs are not accepted.
Closing date: Friday 24th April 2026, 8.00 am
Interview date: Week beginning 27th April 2026
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
- A skilled, talented and supportive team of colleagues.
- A comprehensive programme of purposeful, relevant CPD tailored to your professional growth.
- A minimum of 16% PPA for all teachers (ECTs in line with statutory guidance).
- A behaviour culture grounded in high expectations, supported by a centralised behaviour system.
- Regular review of staff workload and a strong commitment to wellbeing.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing of children and young people, and expects all staff to share their commitment. An enhanced DBS and social media screening are required for all successful applicants.
Our school is passionate about diversity and treat everyone equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Barlow RC High School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 918 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Barlow RC High School website
- Email address
- n.cooke@thebarlowrchigh.co.uk
- Phone number
- 0161 445 8053
The Barlow is a highly successful, mixed, 11-16 Catholic comprehensive school. In July 2024, Ofsted judged our school to be ‘Good’ in all categories. In May 2025, our school was judged ‘Outstanding’ in all categories in the Catholic Schools Inspection. Our examination results are strong; above national average in most subject areas. We are a diverse and inclusive community, with high standards of pupil behaviour and a calm and purposeful learning environment. The school is located in Didsbury, a popular area of south Manchester, with excellent transport links.
Arranging a visit to The Barlow RC High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email n.cooke@thebarlowrchigh.co.uk.
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