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Posted 20 July, 2026

Teacher of Music

Academics
Maidstone, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Teacher of Music - Canterbury (Secondary)

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  • Location: Thanet
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  • Key Stages: KS3 & KS4 (KS5 available for the right candidate)
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  • Start Date: September 2026
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  • Salary: £170 - £260 per day (aligned with your current pay scale)
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  • Contract: Full Time
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Teacher of Music - Thanet (Secondary)

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Inspire the next generation through the power of music!

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Academics in Canterbury are delighted to be working with a welcoming and highly regarded secondary school in Thanet that is seeking to appoint a qualified Teacher of Music for a full-time position starting in September.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious school where Music is a thriving and well-respected subject. With strong uptake at both GCSE and A-Level, you'll have the chance to teach motivated students who are passionate about developing their musical talents.

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The Role

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  • Full-time Teacher of Music
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  • September start
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  • Teaching Music across Key Stages 3-5
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  • Deliver engaging, creative, and inspiring lessons
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  • Support students in achieving their full musical potential, both in the classroom and through extracurricular opportunities
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The Ideal Candidate

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  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
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  • Experience teaching Music in a secondary school setting
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  • A passion for inspiring young musicians
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  • Strong classroom management and communication skills
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  • Commitment to raising achievement and fostering a love of music
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What We Offer

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  • A supportive and welcoming school community
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  • Excellent leadership and a collaborative department
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  • Enthusiastic students with excellent participation at GCSE and A-Level
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  • Competitive rates of pay
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  • Ongoing support from the experienced Academics Canterbury team throughout your placement
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If you're an enthusiastic Music teacher looking for your next opportunity in a school that truly values the arts, we'd love to hear from you.

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Apply today or contact Academics Canterbury for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.

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Teacher of Music - Full Time | September Start | Thanet

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