Trainee Music Teacher

About the School 

Situated adjacent to a major London transport hub, this independent, school serves around 210 learners aged 11–18, in a compact and caring setting. It’s based in an award-winning, eco-friendly building specifically designed to enhance learning with natural light and fresh air.The school boasts an “Excellent” educational quality rating from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and is praised for its strong academic and pastoral performance. Its ethos is firmly grounded in compassion, respect and humility, fostering personalised learning in small classes where every individual is valued. State-of-the-art facilities support creative subjects—complete with music, dance, and drama studios, a theatre with professional sound and lighting, plus STEM, art, textiles, woodwork, and cookery spaces. The school offers a rich and flexible curriculum, including lower-school breadth followed by tailored GCSE and A-level options across STEM, humanities, languages, and the arts.

. Role & Training

• Embark on a two-phase Graduate Teacher Programme:

  • Phase 1: Earn a salary while you train, covering essential pedagogical foundations and early teaching experiences.

  • Phase 2: Complete a PGCE with QTS through Coventry University.

• Receive supportive mentoring, benefiting from a school with high staff retention and a collaborative culture.

• Enjoy blended training aligned with the Teaching Standards and Core Content Framework, ensuring well-rounded teacher preparation.

  Candidate Requirements

  • You must hold a degree.

  • Some GCSE requirements may be flexible during Phase 1, allowing earners to demonstrate progress over time.

  • The ideal trainee is committed, resilient, and eager to learn—able to thrive in a welcoming, closely-knit school community.