Teacher of Music

Guilsborough Academy, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8QE

19 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  29 September 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  10 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subjects: Drama, Music
• Working pattern: Part time: 0.6 FTE
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1 - UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a passionate and inspiringTeacher of Musicto join our vibrant and creative Performing Arts department on a0.6 part-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a thriving department in a school that values the arts and celebrates student achievement.

You will:

• Teach Music acrossKey Stages 3 and 4
• Ideally have experience teachingA-Level Musicor demonstrate a willingness to develop in this area.
• Contribute to the academy’s rich programme ofconcerts, performances, and extracurricular music activities.
• Inspire students to develop their musical skills, creativity, and confidence.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified teacher with a specialism in Music.
• A creative and enthusiastic practitioner with a passion for music education.
• Someone who can engage and motivate students of all abilities.
• A team player who will contribute to the wider life of the school.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to high-quality professional development.
• Well-equipped music facilities and performance spaces.
• A school culture that values the arts and encourages student participation.

We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers, as well as experienced teaching staff. ECTs benefit from a fully supported programme, including regular subject-specific mentoring and comprehensive school-wide training.

Are you intrigued? Do you have the drive and determination to contribute to the further wider development of our Academy? Do you want to work for an organisation that has the wellbeing of staff and students at its heart, alongside fantastic new employee benefits? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To come and see us in action, please contact our HR team to arrange a suitable time on hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk or 01604 740641.

Guilsborough Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and by completing this application form, you confirm that you have read the DBS Code of Practice and the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy which is available on our website. An enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, identity and medical checks are mandatory for all posts within Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available here. We are also committed to meeting the requirements of disability discrimination and other legislation

What the school offers its staff

We are committed to developing well-being initiatives to support all our staff and are able to offer:

• We are a Carnegie Gold Standard Accredited organisation for mental health for both students and staff.
• A dedicated staff Wellbeing Committee.
• £500 Refer a Friend payment scheme, plus a welcome bonus for your friend.
• A £1,000 welcome bonus to new employees employed on a permanent contract. Terms and Conditions apply.
• Access to trained staff Mental Health First Aiders
• A developmental and supportive culture for continued professional development. The academy strives to deliver personalised pathways and opportunities in order to enhance the growth and development of all staff members.
• A stunning rural location.
• HR Services on site.
• Eye Tests. Reimbursement on eye tests
• Free annual Flu Vaccinations for all staff.
• Access to 24/7 telephone counselling service for staff and their immediate family via Health Assured.
• Free access to our Fitness Suite.
• Pension Schemes. GMAT offers a defined benefit pension scheme which is supported by academy contributions as well as those of the employee. GMAT has two pension schemes, the Teacher’s Pension Scheme and the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Healthy Eating. Our in-house catering firm, Innovate, offer a healthy range of food at both break and lunch-time. Staff are entitled to a free lunch if undertaking an evening duty.
• Free and secure car parking on site.
• PTA. We have a very active PTA group that all staff can get involved in if they wish.
• Employee Benefits Scheme

- Private Health Care Options

- Discounts & Cashback Schemes

- And much more

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS, reference, identity and medical checks are mandatory for all posts within Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust. Our safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available here. We are also committed to meeting the requirements of disability discrimination and other legislation.

Applying for the job

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About Guilsborough Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1260 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Guilsborough Academy website
• Email address: hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01604740641
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/guilsborough-academy

Guilsborough Academy is situated in idyllic Northamptonshire countryside, Guilsborough Academy is a supportive and friendly school which aims to fulfil our mission statement: learning without limits. We are easily accessible from the M1/M6 and A14 in just five minutes, offer outstanding professional development entitlement and provide superb resources.

Arranging a visit to Guilsborough Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk.

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