Job Description

MUSIC TEACHER

Location: Luton

Start: September 2026

Full Time: Temporary to Permanent

Salary: £29,344–£44,919

Students enjoy music straight away.

Helping them understand how to improve is what makes the difference.

As a Secondary Music Teacher, you will teach KS3 and KS4 students both the practical and theoretical aspects of music, helping them develop confidence, structure, and skill over time.

Key responsibilities

Teach Music across KS3 and KS4

Deliver a balance of practical and theory-based lessons

Support students in performance, composition, and listening

Prepare students for GCSE coursework and assessment

Manage behaviour and movement during practical lessons

Encourage participation and confidence in all pupils

Track progress and provide clear feedback

The classroom environment

Lessons are organised and structured

Students understand expectations from the start

Practical work is focused and purposeful

Participation is encouraged across all levels

Behaviour remains calm and consistent

Skills and experience

QTS necessary

Experience teaching Music or strong musical background

Confidence delivering practical sessions

Strong classroom management

Organisation and lesson planning skills

What success looks like

Students participate more confidently

Performance improves over time

Lessons run smoothly and productively

Students feel supported while developing their skills

Supply Desk can offer you:

Competitive rates of pay

Recommend a friend bonus scheme

Out of hours on-call service

Day to day or long-term assignments

Please contact Eliza on for more information and Apply Below

Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards