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Teacher of Music

Mossbourne Community Academy · London · Hackney

Job description

Mossbourne Community Academy seeks to appoint a Teacher of Music

Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically.

Since the federation was formed in 2004, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools. We now consist of seven academies:

  • Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney

  • Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock

  • Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHLA) primary, Thurrock

  • Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney

  • Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock

  • Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney

  • Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney

The successful applicant will be passionate about teaching Music, including using Logic Pro X and Sibelius and taking extra-curricular rehearsals. They will be able to teach Music at KS3, KS4 and KS5. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates whose primary instrument is a string or woodwind instrument, followed by brass or voice, as this will complement the existing instrumental and ensemble provision in the department. They will be well organised, energetic, and willing to go the ‘extra mile’. They will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), have a proven track record of successful teaching across different key stages and believe that all students will succeed in Music.

Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including:

Private healthcare, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation

Early finish on Friday - secondary academies

Hybrid working for planning and preparation time - primary academies

The Mossbourne Allowance*

Free lunches*

Free staff fitness classes and/or use of onsite gym - secondary academies

Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes

Discounts at local restaurants

Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs

Saturday and holiday paid programme

Special leave scheme (additional paid time off)

Staff appreciation awards and events

First rate professional development and career opportunities

Financial support for career development*

‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff*

Remuneration for exam board marking*

Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week

*Terms and conditions apply for some benefits

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We are committed to anti-racist principles and practices, and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal.

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

You can follow us on LinkedIn at - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mossbourne-federation/

Find more about working with Mossbourne Federation in our Federation Recruitment and Employee Experience Brochures.

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About this school

Mossbourne Community Academy

Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Outstanding
Pupils
1,441
Avg teacher salary
£53,773
Pupil:teacher ratio
13.9:1
Academy trust
THE MOSSBOURNE FEDERATION

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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London, Hackney, E5 8JY

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Salary
Teacher Main Pay scale/ Mossbourne Allowance or UPS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
5 October 2026
Closing date
14 November 2026

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