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Teacher of Music (Maternity Cover)

John Taylor Free School · Burton-on-Trent · Staffordshire

Job description

The successful candidate will be experienced to A level, or alternatively this post is also suitable for new entrants to the profession. At KS3 we have developed a broad and balanced curriculum which not only prepares students for the demands of GCSE but develops an interest and appreciation of music, both as a listener and active participator. This can be followed by the study of OCR GCSE Music. We have a range of thriving enrichments available for students within the Music Department and offer a range of peripatetic lessons. All staff are expected to be role models for our students, demonstrating the highest standards of teamwork, collaboration and respect. Please see the accompanying job description for further details about the position.

John Taylor Free School is an inclusive school with a positive approach to wellbeing. We offer the following support to staff:

* Personalised professional learning each week

* A coaching culture

* Shared resources, Schemes of Learning and Curriculum Plans

* A life-friendly approach to teaching

If you have a passion for excellence and share our vision, we can offer you the opportunity to be part of a successful and progressive Trust, which is committed to ensuring learning is at the heart of all we do.

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Mrs Sian Byrne, by emailing hr@johntaylorfreeschool.co.uk or telephoning 01283 247823.

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About this school

John Taylor Free School

Free schools · Secondary · Ages 11–19

Good
Pupils
1,330
Avg teacher salary
£44,655
Pupil:teacher ratio
15.8:1
Academy trust
JOHN TAYLOR MAT

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.

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Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9SA

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Salary
£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary: MS1 - UPS3 £16,458 - £25,524 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
21 October 2026
Closing date
2 November 2026

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