Teacher of Music

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic specialist Music Teacher to join our busy and successful Music department. The music facilities and resources are outstanding.  A large number of students participate in extra-curricular music, including those who gain entry to the school through the Music aptitude criteria.  Strong keyboard skills and a willingness to contribute to the active musical life of the school are required.

The successful candidate will be welcomed into a department of highly experienced teachers, that includes 11 peripatetic teachers and an Administrator and Technician that support the Music team.  Applications are equally welcome from experienced and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).  The role is offered as full-time but applications from those interested in a part-time position will be considered.

Parmiter’s coordinates CPD for the Watford Partnership for Teacher Training and offers a robust induction programme. We can offer the successful candidate: 

• A comprehensive programme to support the Early Career Framework 

• July 1st start date for ECTs

• Bespoke CPD to suit your career goals

• A high quality and well resourced teaching environment in our purpose built Music block

• Complimentary use of a new on-site fitness suite 

• An admission policy prioritising the children of staff

• Highly talented and engaged students 

• Lovely school grounds in leafy surrounds with ample parking.

Parmiter’s is an exceptional school and all colleagues share a passion for educational excellence in every area. Applicants are encouraged to visit the school website and social media accounts for more information. Candidates are invited to email Mr Stuart Bates, Director of Music, to arrange an informal discussion about the role prior to application, s.bates@parmiters.herts.sch.uk.    

Application forms, available from the school website, should be returned with a covering letter to the Headmaster, Mr Michael Jones by Noon on Monday 23 May. 

Parmiter’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must declare any criminal convictions as the post is exempt  under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references from previous employers. We are an Equal Opportunities employer.