Teacher of Music

Birchwood Community High School, Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 7PT

2 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  24 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 April 2026

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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
• Subject: Music
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1 to UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We need someone who can inspire our children by planning and delivering quality group and whole class lessons. Applicants should be willing to contribute to all aspects of school life including leading singing assemblies, extra-curricular activities and assisting in the planning and delivery of school concerts and performances. We are fully committed to our music provision that includes choir and a range of tutors.

You will:

• Inspire and motivate our young learners.
• Be an excellent teacher with a proven record within your subject.
• Be resourceful, innovative and able to embrace change.
• Have an up-to-date knowledge of the current music curriculum.
• Have the knowledge and expertise to enthuse your colleagues
• Be a teacher who is committed to personal and professional development

What the school offers its staff

We are a part of One Community Trust which consists of 7 primary schools and 1 high school. We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic music teacher to join our friendly school. We will provide you with the perfect opportunity to play a significant role in a school with a strong team ethos, motivated children and supportive parents.

In return we can offer:

• Excellent opportunities for professional development.
• A well-resourced curriculum.
• A creative and reflective environment.
• A friendly and supportive working environment with a dedicated staff team, hardworking children and supportive parents.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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.

About Birchwood Community High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 889 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Birchwood Community High School website
• Email address: twiegand@birchwoodhigh.org
• Phone number: 01925853500
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/birchwood-community-high-school-warrington

Arranging a visit to Birchwood Community High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email twiegand@birchwoodhigh.org.

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