Teacher of Music - Full-time/Part-time

Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet, Swanscombe

• Ref:KCC886-4001-368T
• Posted:15/12/2022
• Pay: MPS/UPS commensurate with experience
• Start Date:September 2023
• App Close Date:17/04/2023 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBC

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Are you a motivated Teacher of Music looking for an exciting new position to start in September 2023? Do you want to inspire the minds of our young people through the power of music and performing arts? This could be the perfect next step for you!

Ebbsfleet Academy has a rare opportunity for a creative and enthusiastic Teacher of Music to join their growing Performing Arts faculty. With the role commencing in September 2023, we offer the opportunity to be part of an expanding team with the prospect to set up and be the pioneer of our Music department. Our successful applicant will be able to teach Music across Key Stages 3 and 4 and inspire students of all abilities through teaching a range of different styles and genres.​​​​​​​

This position is an important one as our successful Musician will play a pivotal role in the developing and shaping of Music within the academy. Ebbsfleet Academy prides itself on having highly collaborative colleagues and support from the Senior Leadership Team who value and understand the importance of the arts. Through this support, our successful teacher will have the opportunity to lead and create an exciting extracurricular program.

Applications from Early Career Teachers (ETCs) are welcome as are applications from more experienced teachers; we can offer a fantastic range of professional development opportunities within the academy and across the wider Trust. 

This is a permanent opportunity and for the right candidate, we have the flexibility to offer this position as either part-time or full-time (minimum 3 days per week). The salary offered is MPS/UPS commensurate with experience + London Fringe Allowance.​​​​​​​

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Information about the school

Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet is a dynamic and inclusive 11–18 school, rated ‘good’, and proudly serving a diverse local community. Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, all contributing to a rich and vibrant school culture. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, underpinned by our core values: Be Ready, Work Hard, Be Nice. We are dedicated to helping every student achieve their full potential in a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment.

Our curriculum is carefully designed to meet the needs of all learners, offering a balanced mix of academic and vocational qualifications. This is enhanced by excellent learning resources, including modern, well-equipped classrooms, specialist labs and workshops, and outstanding sports and ICT facilities. Beyond academic achievement, we place strong emphasis on personal development, encouraging students to grow socially, behaviourally, and emotionally at their own pace through a wide range of extracurricular and leadership opportunities.

Leigh Academy Ebbsfleet works closely with parents, carers, and the wider community to create a collaborative and innovative learning environment. We provide targeted support and challenge to ensure every student can succeed and leave us prepared for university, training, or the career of their choice. As a proud member of the Leigh Academies Trust, we also benefit from shared expertise, leadership development, and a strong culture of continuous improvement across all levels of the academy.

"At Ebbsfleet our family approach means we know our students as individuals. We understand their needs and pay close attention to supporting them to be their very best." - Ms Gurjit Kaur Shergill, Principal

"Everyone is valued at Ebbsfleet Academy. Pupils attend happily, safely and with pride. The school wants pupils to ‘believe, achieve, succeed’. It creates a culture of aspiration and success, with a broad and interesting curriculum that opens pupils’ eyes to the world around them." - Ofsted Report 2024

Job Contact Information

• Name:Talent Team, Leigh Academies Trust
• Address:Carnation Road, Strood, Kent, ME2 2SX
• Telephone: 01634 412 258
• Email: Joinus@LATrust.org.uk

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• Teacher | Job Description | Ebbsfleet Academy