Teacher of Music

Bring your passion for music to a school that truly values creativity on a working pattern that works for you. We’re looking for an inspiring, energetic Music Teacher to join our Performing Arts team for three days per week, with flexibility around how those days are arranged. Whether you’re balancing family commitments, portfolio work, or simply seeking a better work–life balance, this role offers the space to do what you love while maintaining balance.

In this exciting part-time position, you’ll spark joy and confidence in students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering engaging lessons that celebrate performance, composition, and musical expression. You’ll also have the chance to shape extracurricular music, from ensembles to concerts, helping our students shine on and off the stage. We welcome ECTs and experienced teachers alike who can bring energy, creativity, and warmth to our school community.

Oxclose Community Academy, a member of Laidlaw Schools Trust, is a highly inclusive and ambitious secondary school with a strong reputation for academic achievement and personal development. We provide a broad, aspirational curriculum supported by excellent pastoral care and enrichment opportunities. Our strong community links and commitment to diversity ensure every student feels valued, safe, and empowered to succeed.

Laidlaw Schools Trust is leading the way in redefining education. We are committed to empowering every child to succeed and every colleague to thrive. Innovation is at the heart of what we do. Every student and teacher receives an iPad, unlocking new ways to teach, learn, and collaborate. This cutting-edge approach ensures our classrooms are dynamic, inclusive, and future-focused, giving you the tools to deliver outstanding education and inspire creativity.

By joining Laidlaw Schools Trust, you become part of a community that values ambition, bravery, and curiosity. We invest in your professional development through clear reward and development pathways, helping you excel and gain skills beyond those offered by other organisations.

At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding – https://www.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk/120/employee-benefits.

The full job description and person specification for this role are available on Jobs NE – https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Teacher_of_Music/291406. If you are interested in this post, please follow the link and click apply now and complete our online application form.

If you require assistance with your application, please contact recruitment@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk

Closing Date for applications: 12:00 noon, Monday 9th March 2026
Interviews are expected to take place: Week beginning 16th March 2026.

We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children’s safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks.

For shortlisted candidates, we will conduct an online search as part of our screening.