Teacher of Music
Great Torrington School, Torrington, Devon, EX38 7DJ13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st September 2026 or as soon as possible
Closing date
9 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
27 May 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, part time (Can be done as a job share): Part-time and full-time applications welcomed
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS1 to UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful applicant will fully embed themselves into the successful performing arts team, having the ability to confidently teach all aspects of music at Key Stage 3 and 4. A love of music from all genres and styles is required, as well as a passion to develop the choir. Candidate will need to demonstrate a willingness to contribute ideas and add value to extra-curricular activities. An ability and interest to teach drama would be desirable.
What the school offers its staff
GTS sits in the heart of the beautiful Devon countryside with easy access to the many stunning beaches of north Devon and north Cornwall. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to, not only relocate to a beautiful part of the country, but to develop their career in an environment where CPD and personal growth are valued.
Further information about the job
We are looking for a fully qualified, enthusiastic teacher of music to join our Performing Arts Team. Our music department is a thriving one, one which encourages creativity in everyone. All pupils gain first-hand experience of learning musical instruments and using them to create music individually and in band situations. The courses delivered are practical and relevant to society today. Pupils who opt to take music at KS4, study GCSE Music which gives substantial opportunities for live performance and independent project work. The department features an iMac suite, which runs software such as Logic Pro X, and Ableton Live. Whole school events which feature performance are significant dates in the school calendar and valued by the school.
Commitment to safeguarding
Great Torrington School is a successful and popular 11-16 school. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Criminal Record Check. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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 Great Torrington School
- School type
- Academies, None, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 887 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Great Torrington School website
- Email address
- jpateman@gts.devon.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01805 623531
Arranging a visit to Great Torrington School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jpateman@gts.devon.sch.uk.
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