Teacher of Music

We are looking for a Teacher of Music to join our staff team for September 2021. This an exciting, newly created position at our school. We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and forward thinking practitioner to develop this role at our continuously improving school. 

Plaistow is a successful, two-form entry school in the heart of a diverse, multicultural neighbourhood. We are a dynamic learning community filled with laughter, friendship and high expectations for all. At our school we work hard, challenge and believe in ourselves in order to learn, progress and achieve. We want our children to experience joy on their own unique learning journey in order for them to become creative, aspirational lifelong learners.

Our school curriculum drivers are: joy, creativity and aspiration. These values underpin the curriculum, inform our decision making, and guide the way we interact with one another whilst on our journey of continuous school improvement. 

We have a commitment to the professional development of our staff team and ensure that all members of our school community see themselves as lifelong learners. 

Salary: Main Scale/ Unqualified Teacher Scale (unqualified teachers may apply)

Contract Type: Full-Time

Accountable to: Leader of Creativity/ Deputy Head Teacher/ Head Teacher

Accountable for: 

• Working with the Leader of Creativity to develop a music curriculum (voice and instrumental) for the school
• Plan, teach and assess music lessons in all year groups across the school (including EYFS)
• Raise the profile of music teaching and learning at Plaistow 
• Be a model of best practice for music education, supporting other practitioners in developing their own teaching of the subject
• Support and nurture the interests and talents of pupils by leading extra-curricular clubs

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please email the school to arrange a meeting and tour. 

Closing Date: 20th May 2021

Interviews: w/b 24th May 2021   

Please see attached for job description, person specification and application form.

Please return your application form to the school by post or by email to: admin@plaistow.newham.sch.uk.

Plaistow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and any appointment will be subject to references.