Music Specialist - Part-time

Nexus Education Schools Trust

• Ref:KCC-F108-20-T
• Posted:30/06/2025
• Pay:UQT Kent Fringe
• Start Date:Autumn 2025
• App Close Date:15/07/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:18 July 2025

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Join Our Musical Journey at Joydens Wood Junior!
Are you a passionate and dynamic Music Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of young musicians? Joydens Wood Junior School is on the lookout for a motivated and ambitious educator to bring the joy of music to life across our vibrant school community.

In this exciting role, you’ll:
Spark creativity and confidence through an engaging music curriculum
Deliver energetic, whole-class music lessons for PPA cover that gets everyone moving to the rhythm

What we offer:
A supportive and friendly school environment with a strong commitment to music education.
A well-resourced music department with access to a wide range of instruments and facilities.
A healthy work-life balance with a flexible, part-time schedule.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact through music and be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and skilled educator to inspire creativity, nurture talent, and embed a love of music in every child from Year 3 to Year 6. As a key member of our team, you will shape a vibrant musical culture that resonates throughout our school and wider community.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
Lead the planning, delivery, and development of the Music curriculum across the school.
Ensure continuity and progression in music teaching and learning.
Deliver engaging and inspirational music lessons to all year groups (Year 3 to Year 6).
Provide CPD and support for non-specialist teachers to build confidence in delivering music.
Use a variety of teaching strategies to support and engage all learners.
Collaborate with the SENDCo to ensure inclusive music provision for SEND, EAL, and disadvantaged pupils.
Foster a school-wide enthusiasm for music among pupils, staff, and parents. 
Lead and manage extra-curricular music activities, including choirs, orchestras, and bands.
Organise and coordinate school music events, performances, and community collaborations.
Lead weekly singing assemblies that promote joy and participation.
Liaise with other external music professionals and instrumental tutors.
Prepare and maintain learning resources and equipment, assisting pupils in their use.

Information about the federation

At Joydens Wood Infant and Junior Schools, we’re more than just schools—we’re dynamic, thriving communities where children come first! Our passionate, dedicated team of staff and local committee members are committed to nurturing every child’s unique potential in a fun, inspiring, and supportive environment.

We believe learning should be exciting and challenging, and we set high expectations to ensure every child grows into a confident, independent learner. By working hand-in-hand with parents, we create a seamless partnership that helps each child thrive academically and socially.

The close connection between our Infant and Junior Schools ensures a smooth transition for all children, while our strong links with local secondary schools provide continuity in their educational journey. We’re all about building a solid foundation for the future, inside and outside the classroom!

Our students don’t just learn—they live! With a wide range of extra-curricular activities, we encourage every child to discover their passions, develop new skills, and make lasting memories. At Joydens Wood Schools, we educate for life, helping children develop into well-rounded individuals ready to take on the world.

We love welcoming parents, helpers, and visitors to our vibrant school community, and we’ve got exciting plans for the year ahead! Stay connected with us as we share the latest news, events, and opportunities to get involved.

Visits to the strong are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school direct to arrange this. Tel: 01322 523188

Joydens Wood Infant and Junior Schools are part of Nexus Education Schools Trust (NEST) a rapidly growing Multi-Academy Trust with 20 vibrant primary schools across Bromley, Kent, Lewisham and Southwark. Over the past five years, we’ve invested in state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring our schools provide exceptional learning opportunities for every pupil.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lisa Bromley
• Address:Brackley Road,
  Beckenham,
  Kent,
  BR3 1RF
• Telephone: +442082894767
• Email: lbromley@nestschools.org

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• JWJ Music Specialist