Teacher of Music Rickmansworth School About the role Location: Croxley Green, Rickmansworth Contract type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: MPS/UPS incl. Fringe Start Date: September 2025 Rickmansworth School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Music Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and engage students on their musical journey, helping them develop a deep understanding of the subject and reach their full potential. As a Music Teacher at our school, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and potentially Key Stage 5, contributing to the success of the department and the wider school community. If you are committed to fostering a love for music and creating an inspiring and dynamic learning environment, we would be delighted to hear from you. About the Music Department The music department is highly regarded in the School. We have a set of rooms dedicated to music teaching, extra-curricular activities, and student practice. At Rickmansworth School, 10% of our intake is selected based on musical aptitude, reflecting the strong emphasis we place on music education. The Music Department consists of two full-time teachers, supported by a team of visiting peripatetic staff and a dedicated Performing Arts technician. The department is located in a purpose-built music block that was previously renovated and is extremely well-resourced. Within the music block, there are two large, purpose-built classrooms equipped with extensive keyboard and percussion facilities, as well as interactive whiteboards to enhance the learning experience. Additionally, the department features a computer suite that includes Sibelius notation software, alongside a fully-equipped recording studio. The department also boasts a wide array of musical resources, including various drum kits, electric pianos, upright pianos, a Steinway Grand piano, a full Samba set, West African Djembe and much more, all contributing to a rich and varied learning environment. Applications from ECT’s are welcome. In return, we will offer you Outstanding CPD opportunities to support your professional growth A school with exemplary student behaviour, where learning is valued A collaborative working environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do Highly skilled and supportive staff, working together to make a difference A comprehensive wellbeing programme to ensure you feel valued and supported Rickmansworth School is an outstanding, highly sought-after 11-18 co-educational academy, consistently achieving excellent academic results. With around 1560 students, soon to grow to 1575, we provide a nurturing and dynamic environment for ambitious young people. Our strong academic track record at both GCSE and A-Level ensures that the vast majority of our students go on to their first-choice universities. Further information is available from our website - https://www.rickmansworth.herts.sch.uk We encourage potential candidates to contact Rickmansworth School for an informal discussion about the role or to arrange a visit to the School, please contact the School on 01923 773296 or email applicationsrickmansworth.herts.sch.uk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and are an equal opportunities employer who has a zero tolerance to bullying and all types of harassment. Applicants must declare any criminal convictions and submit to a check with the Disclosing and Barring Service as the post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applications Process Deadline for applications: 08:00 Thursday 20 March 2025 Interviews: Friday 28 March 2025 Please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting/interviews will progress up until the closing date. Should a suitable candidate be appointed, we reserved the right to close the advert early. Due to the volume of application we receive if you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume we will not be progressing your application further on this occasion. Selection Process: We are required for only shortlisted candidates to conduct online searches about an applicant as part of our shortlisting process in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance 2024 in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online. On signing the declaration on application you will be agreeing to the acknowledgement that such searches will be conducted as part of the shortlisting process. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the school where there will be a number of related tasks, details of which will be discussed on the day. Interviews will be held with the Headteacher and possibly another member of SLT. There will also be a tour of the school estate and this may be conducted by other members of the school community.