Wayman Education is looking for a Music ECT Teacher to join a thriving Good-rated Secondary School in Watford on a January start, working full-time within a dynamic and ambitious Performing Arts department. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate early-career Music teacher who values strong mentoring, supportive colleagues, and a school culture that recognises the importance of Music within a broad and balanced curriculum.

You will teach Music across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging lessons that develop students’ performance skills, creative composition, listening ability, and wider musical understanding. The department has a strong ethos of practical music-making and encourages students to participate actively in both curricular and extra-curricular music.

The Music department benefits from:

• Modern rehearsal rooms

• Keyboard and technology suites

• Access to DAWs and composition software

• A well-appointed performance hall

• Strong technician support

ECT development is taken extremely seriously. You will receive structured and supportive induction including:

• A dedicated mentor

• Weekly professional development meetings

• A carefully phased timetable

• Opportunities to observe outstanding practice

• Regular feedback designed to support growth

The school as a whole has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, with respectful pupil behaviour and a leadership team that values staff wellbeing. Teachers are encouraged to contribute creatively to school life, and the arts play a visible and celebrated role.

This is the ideal environment for an enthusiastic Music ECT ready to bring energy, ambition, and creativity to the role.

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in Music or related field

• QTS / PGCE

• Confidence teaching Music KS3–KS4

• Willingness to support and deliver extra-curricular music

Salary

Paid to scale MPS1–MPS2.

Application

Send your application with your CV to Natalie Hunter as soon as possible.