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Join Our Team at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School!

Are you passionate about music and education? Do you have the skills to inspire young minds? We are looking for a dedicated Primary Music Teacher to join our team on a part-time, permanent basis.

About Us: Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a vibrant learning community with a strong tradition of music and vocal work. We pride ourselves on nurturing talent and encouraging creativity.

Role:

• Teach music to our enthusiastic primary students
• Lead the school choir and offer instrumental lessons in ukulele and recorders
• Piano skills are desirable

What We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly work environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a difference in a child's education

Location: Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, St Mark’s Road, Teddington, TW11 9DD

Safeguarding: Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply using our CES Application form available below. Visits to school are also welcome prior to application.

Please return the completed application form to finance@sacredheart.richmond.sch.uk

 

Job Description: Primary Music Teacher

for September 2025 start

Location: Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, St Marks Road, Teddington, TW11 9DD

Part-time, permanent basis (1 day a week or 1 1/2 days a week)

Salary: depending on experience

Applications due: Tuesday 27^th May 2025

Interview date: Thursday 5th June  2025

The main duties of this post include:

• Teach music to primary students, inspiring a love for music
• Run the school choir
• Option for instrumental lessons in ukulele and recorders.
• Proficiency in piano is desirable to accompany the classes/school on the piano at Assembly and school Masses

Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging music lessons in accordance with the National Curriculum
• Run the school choir and coordinate performances
• Offer instrumental lessons in ukulele and recorders if possible
• Collaborate with staff to integrate music into the wider curriculum
• Maintain a positive and safe learning environment
• Take responsibility for the purchase and organisation of Music resources.
• Support the Catholic Ethos of the school

Person Specification:

• Knowledge of the updated National Curriculum requirements for Music
• Appreciation of how Music can be used with in the National Curriculum.
• To increase the variety of musical instruments so that the children have exposure to a range of instrumental enrichment including voice
• Ability to play the piano and other musical instruments to a high standard desirable
• Inclusive teaching practice so that children with SEND also access the music curriculum

Qualifications and Training:

• Qualified teacher status is desirable or Specialist Teacher
• Evidence of professional development in music education

Experience:

• Experience teaching music in a primary school setting
• Experience running a choir or music group

Skills and Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of music curriculum and teaching strategies
• Ability to play multiple musical instruments, particularly piano desirable
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Personal Qualities:

• Enthusiastic and passionate about music education
• Ability to inspire and motivate students
• Commitment to the school’s ethos and values

Safeguarding: Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.