Teacher of Music

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST7 8AP

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  12 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (783)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Art and design, Music
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (FTE)

Teacher of Music job summary

Teacher of Music - Maternity Cover

Full-time TMS/UPS Suitable for ECTs - to start January 2027

The role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of Music to join our school for a period of maternity cover. The successful candidate will be passionate in making a difference for our children. We are looking to recruit a colleague with both the commitment and relevant skills to embody our culture, enthuse students, and help to raise standards throughout the school. The successful candidate will join the school at an exciting time. Having secured the Expected Standard across Attendance and Behaviour, Curriculum and Teaching, Inclusion, Leadership and Governance, and Personal Development and Wellbeing by Ofsted in June 2026, we are eager to continue on our school improvement journey - and we look forward to having you on this journey.

The successful candidate will:

• provide inspirational teaching so that all students make exceptional progress

• be an outstanding, passionate and highly motivated teacher

• be committed to extra-curricular activities within the faculty

• liaise with peripatetic teachers

• be an established performer with an instrument.

Our School

Sir Thomas Boughey is an academy where we all strive for excellence. We have a real sense of community, and being part of the community is incredibly important to us. As part of our school improvement journey, we have clear plans to ensure that outcomes continue to improve. Our team approach is evident in everything that we do, and this has been a key factor in securing school improvement in recent years. Furthermore, Sir Thomas Boughey Academy is part of the Windsor Academy Trust where the support, guidance and cross-school work is of a high quality.

We firmly believe in the importance of all of our students achieving a Quality First Education, which in turn enables our students to believe that they can achieve whatever they want to with hard work, determination and self-motivation.

What we offer

You will be an excellent teacher in your own right. You will also be open to development and coaching for not only yourself but to develop those around you.

The successful candidate must be dedicated, hardworking, creative and have a positive outlook. Through Windsor Academy Trust the professional development opportunities are outstanding, and we work hard to nurture our staff and support their career ambitions.

The value of being part of our team should not be underestimated, joining Sir Thomas Boughey will mean that you will be part of a supportive and dedicated group of staff who will invest in your professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your abilities and knowledge whilst working in a supportive environment in conjunction with other very dedicated and professional staff.

If you wish to visit the Academy or speak to the Headteacher please contact Emma Aldridge, Head's PA/Office Manager on 1782 729400 or ealdridge@stb.windsoracademytrust.org.uk

Closing date: 9am Monday 12th October

Interviews will be held weeks commencing 12th/19th October.

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS with barred list check applies to all roles. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, please be aware that online searches of shortlisted candidates may take place as part of our due diligence processes.

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

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check applies to all roles.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, please be aware that online searches of shortlisted candidates may take place as part of our due diligence processes.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Sir Thomas Boughey Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 445 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Sir Thomas Boughey Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sir-thomas-boughey-academy

Sir Thomas Boughey Academy has recently joined Windsor Academy Trust. We are an education provider for students aged 11-16 years old.

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