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Music ECT

Posted 4 days ago

  • Abingdon on Thames, Oxfordshire
  • Permanent
  • £31,650 to £49,084 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In 24 days
Location: Abingdon
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS 1–2

An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in Abingdon is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Early Career Teacher of Music to join its dynamic Performing Arts department in September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a Music ECT who is eager to inspire students through performance, creativity, and passion for the subject in a school where the arts are highly valued and well supported.

The school enjoys a strong reputation for academic success and cultural enrichment, with a long-standing tradition of music performance across the community. The Music department is well-resourced, with dedicated teaching rooms, practice spaces, and a digital suite, enabling students to develop their skills in performance, composition, and theory from KS3 through to GCSE and enrichment activities.

What Makes This School Exceptional?

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A highly supportive and collaborative Performing Arts department

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State-of-the-art music facilities, including Mac suites, keyboards, recording equipment, and practice rooms

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A vibrant extracurricular programme, including choirs, instrumental ensembles, and musical theatre productions

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Strong leadership and mentoring for Early Career Teachers

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Excellent CPD provision and a clear career development pathway

The Role of Music ECT:

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Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across KS3 and KS4, covering a range of styles and traditions

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Support and lead extra-curricular music activities, ensembles, and concerts

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Foster a classroom culture that encourages creativity, exploration, and self-expression

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Contribute to whole-school events, productions, and collaborative arts projects

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Participate fully in the ECT programme, benefiting from guidance and support from an experienced subject mentor

Who Should Apply?

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A qualified or soon-to-qualify Music teacher (QTS expected by September 2025)

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Someone with a deep passion for music education and strong musical proficiency

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A teacher with a clear understanding of curriculum planning, assessment, and progression

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An individual committed to inclusive teaching and developing all learners

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A collaborative and proactive colleague eager to contribute to department life

This is the perfect role for a Music ECT ready to take the next step in their journey in a school that values the arts and offers real opportunities for development. If you’re enthusiastic, well-organised, and passionate about music, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible