Visiting Music Teacher - Piano and Singing
Inspiration Trust, Norwich, NR2 1NR10 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
15 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
5 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Music
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Salary: Unqualified Teachers Pay Scale (UNQ) / Qualified Teachers Pay Scale: Main Pay Scale (MPS)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications
Essential - • Grade 8 or above in a primary study instrument (or demonstrable skill level equivalent to at least Grade 8) • Grade 5 music theory or above • Valid driving licence
Desirable - • Degree in music • Performance diploma • Teaching diploma • Certificate for Music Educators (CME) • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Grade 5 on a second instrument • Strong keyboard skills for those whose first instrument is not the piano
Experience
Essential - • Teaching a range of ages, from primary to secondary pupils • Teaching a wide range of abilities from complete beginner to intermediate and advanced pupils • Teaching within a school environment • Leading and assisting with ensemble activities (choirs, ensembles, performance opportunities)
Desirable - • Teaching pupils in KS4 & 5 • Leading extra-curricular projects involving multiple schools • Whole Class Instrumental/vocal teaching (WCIT) • Leading whole school singing (assemblies etc) • Curriculum class teaching • Experience creating community links
Skills, Knowledge
Essential - • Strong subject knowledge (music theory, music history, musical instruments) • Be able to perform at a high standard, in order to inspire staff and pupils • Be able to sight-read fluently • Be able to accompany (and/or play alongside) individuals and groups, offering constructive coaching where required. • Promote the Trust’s aims positively, and use effective strategies to monitor motivation and morale • Be able to develop good personal relationships within a team • Establish and develop good relationships with parents, carers, governors and the community; communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) and be approachable to a variety of audiences • Work in an organised manner, committed to the task in hand • Be resourceful, enthusiastic and patient • Be able to work well with IT systems and standard software used in schools for administration, preparation of resources and presentation to staff and pupils • Evidence of continuous INSET and commitment to further professional development
Desirable - • The preparation and administration of graded music examinations (ABRSM, TCL etc) • The performing requirements for GCSE and A Level courses • The teaching of improvisation and composition • Understanding of ‘knowledge-rich’ pedagogies leading to pupil fluency in the reading of stave notation, sight-reading and aural training, alongside the monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils progress • Demonstrate strong singing skills, through which development of good singing technique can be encouraged • Use music notation software fluently (Sibelius or similar) • Use music production software fluently (DAWs such as GarageBand, Logic, Cubase or similar)
What the school offers its staff
The Inspiration Trust offers all staff a range of benefits via our ‘my lifestyle' portal. All eligible staff will have access to a range of benefits from salary sacrifice schemes and employee discounts.
Flexible working opportunities
This post is deployable trust-wide. Expected working locations at the outset can be discussed during the interview.
Informal discussions with the Director of Music, to inform your decision to apply, are encouraged. Please email: johnstephens@inspirationtrust.org
Further information about the job
Salary: Unqualified Teachers Pay Scale (UNQ) / Qualified Teachers Pay Scale: Main Pay Scale (MPS)
Start Date: September 2026
Are you passionate about music?
Are you committed to improving the life chances of young people?
Inspiration Trust are seeking to appoint a Visiting Music Teacher with a Piano and Signing specialism. If you are an excellent teacher, who is passionate about education and are excited about continuing to develop your practice, then we want to hear from you.
The successful applicant will plan and deliver high-quality instrumental/vocal teaching within multiple Academies across the Trust and will facilitate co-curricular musical opportunities. While most teaching will take place during school hours, some work will be required out of school hours, most notably for rehearsals, performances and exams.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate music teacher, with a proven track record in achieving strong outcomes, to have a significant impact. This role presents an opportunity to work with nationally recognised practitioners and access high quality CPD.
The trust seeks applications from experienced, specialist teachers of Piano and Signing. The ability to play and teach Organ to a high standard would be beneficial, but is not a prerequisite.
This post is deployable trust-wide. Expected working locations at the outset can be discussed during the interview.
Informal discussions with the Director of Music, to inform your decision to apply, are encouraged. Please email: johnstephens@inspirationtrust.org
What You’ll Be Doing
- To plan and teach well-structured lessons that support pupils in making progress
- To prepare pupils for performances and examination opportunities as appropriate
- To facilitate and promote a learning experience which provides all pupils with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential, including SEND and disadvantaged pupils as well as pupils with different levels of prior attainment
- To assess, record and report on the progress, development and attainment of pupils and to keep and provide records as required
- To facilitate extra-curricular musical opportunities across multiple academies within the Trust
- To communicate effectively with the Director of Music, leaders in schools and the music teacher coordinator, in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.
About You
The successful candidate must have a commitment to changing lives and outcomes for young people. You must have strong communication skills, empathy, patience, and creativity in teaching. You must also be adaptable and passionate about your pupils' success. You will act as a positive role model, foster a supportive learning environment, and be committed to your own continuous learning and professional development.
Essential:
- Grade 8 or above in a primary study instrument (or demonstrable skill level equivalent to at least this standard)
- Grade 5 music theory or above (or a demonstrable skill level equivalent to this standard)
- Valid driving license
- Experience of teaching a range of ages, from primary to secondary pupils
- Experience of leading and assisting with ensemble activities (choirs, ensembles, performance opportunities)
Desirable:
- Degree in music
- Performance diploma
- Teaching diploma
- Certificate for Music Educators (CME)
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Grade 5 on a second instrument
Why Join Inspiration Trust
At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Teachers' Pension Schemes (TPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
- Free parking at most sites
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
Inspiration Trust is a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background.
The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.
We believe it is important to support every school by centralising key support services. This approach reduces workload for senior leaders, provides value for money across a range of integrated services, and ensures that our academies benefit from a strong local support structure that promotes the sharing of best practice. As a Trust, we continually review our services to ensure they remain responsive to the needs of individual academies.
Our Central Services team, currently based in Norwich, provides expert support across HR, Payroll, Recruitment, Finance, Governance, Operations, ICT, Marketing, and Estates - enabling our schools to focus on what they do best: teaching and learning.
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Next Steps
Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description, for more details about the role. We ask that you read this pack carefully, especially the “Planning your application” section from page 11. This will support your application ensuring you have the opportunity to tell us about your relevant skills, experience and qualifications that relate to the job description and person specification in addition to details of your references covering the last 5 years.
To apply for this role please click the Apply button to complete the online application form.
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Closing date for applications: 9am on Friday 15th May 2026
Interview date: Friday 22nd May 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Commitment to safeguarding
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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About Inspiration Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Website
- Inspiration Trust website
- Email address
- recruitment@inspirationtrust.org
We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities for our staff, with a busy programme of continuing professional development courses delivered by some of the country’s best educational thinkers and practitioners.
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