What skills and experience we're looking for
The Reach Free School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Music teacher to join our team of talented, energetic and visionary teachers.
Music is an integral part of the Creative Arts department, alongside dance, drama and art and design. The subject has grown significantly in recent years and is now offered at both Key Stage 3 and 4. At Key Stage 3, the curriculum is designed to generate interest in the subject, develop musical skills and expose pupils to a broad range of musical genres while strengthening and promoting its presence across the school. At Key Stage 4, pupils follow the OCR syllabus, which includes performing, composing, listening and appraising across a wide range of musical styles. We currently have GCSE cohorts in years 9, 10 and 11 with a clear goal to increase the number of pupils taking GCSE music as the subject continues to develop.
You will have a passion for music, collaboration and creativity. You will hold and embody the highest expectations of your pupils and will have the drive and ambition to create an outstanding environment for learning, in music and beyond.
What the school offers its staff
• A happy and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards
• Access to the latest technology to assist in developing your teaching and learning
• Competitive salaries based on skills and experience
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• A staff committee that organises various social events
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme
• A £500 new employee referral scheme
• Free parking
• A BUPA cash plan to contribute to medical care
• A Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• An Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (when eligible)
• Up to five days paid leave in compassionate, emergency or exceptional circumstances. For example, our staff can see their children perform in assemblies or shows.
• A network of outstanding practitioners to collaborate with and learn from, both in school and across the Watford Partnership for Teacher Training
• A comprehensive professional development programme together with opportunities to further develop your career
This position is suitable for early career teachers.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Reach Free School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. In accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy we are unable to process applications without a fully completed application form. The successful applicant must obtain DBS clearance at enhanced level. The school will also carry out a prohibition from teaching check, as well as in-depth online checks. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of your employment.