Teacher of Music
- Organisation: Blackheath Prep
- Location: South East London
- Salary info Competitive
- Tenure: Part-time
- Closing Date: Sunday 10 May 2026
We seek to appoint inspirational individual to assume the role of Teacher of Music at Blackheath Prep
Job Title: Teacher of Music
Hours of Work: Part Time (one day per week plus 2x Saturday Open Mornings)
Reports to: Director of Music
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The Headmaster and CEO of Eltham College Family of Schools, with the Head of Blackheath Prep, seek to appoint a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our vibrant and forward looking school as a part time Teacher of Music. This is a new post and an exciting opportunity for a committed practitioner to contribute to a thriving and growing Music provision, working closely with the Music department and wider colleagues to deliver a rich and engaging curriculum.
The successful candidate will have a passion for introducing young children to Music and fostering creativity, confidence and a love of performance. The role will primarily involve teaching pupils in the Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery/Reception) and/or Key Stage 1 according to timetable need, providing a strong musical foundation and nurturing early enthusiasm and participation. As part of the Eltham College Family of Schools, the successful candidate will also benefit from access to a wider network of professional support, collaboration and development opportunities.
At Blackheath Prep, Music plays a central role in school life, and the postholder’s primary responsibilities are to provide leadership of the music programme across the school, including teaching, co-curricular provision and the management of visiting music staff. They will lead and implement initiatives to ensure the continued success of the school as an educational establishment, promoting a love of music and securing positive outcomes for all pupils. We take pride in being a school in which all levels, and styles, of music are promoted and embraced, whether that be pupils taking their first steps as instrumental musicians, or targeting high-level performance as a soloist or ensemble performer.
For more information regarding the role please refer to the attached job description
A highly competitive salary is available, together with additional training and development opportunities through our generous staff development programme.
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Application closing date: 8am on Monday 11 May 2026.
Interviews will take place Thursday 14 May 2026
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Blackheath Prep part of the Eltham College Family of Schools reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience).
Blackheath Prep part of the Eltham College Family of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants undergo enhanced child protection screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.
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We seek to appoint inspirational individual to assume the role of Teacher of Music at Blackheath Prep
Description
Job Title: Teacher of Music
Hours of Work: Part Time (one day per week plus 2x Saturday Open Mornings)
Reports to: Director of Music
.
The Headmaster and CEO of Eltham College Family of Schools, with the Head of Blackheath Prep, seek to appoint a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our vibrant and forward looking school as a part time Teacher of Music. This is a new post and an exciting opportunity for a committed practitioner to contribute to a thriving and growing Music provision, working closely with the Music department and wider colleagues to deliver a rich and engaging curriculum.
The successful candidate will have a passion for introducing young children to Music and fostering creativity, confidence and a love of performance. The role will primarily involve teaching pupils in the Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery/Reception) and/or Key Stage 1 according to timetable need, providing a strong musical foundation and nurturing early enthusiasm and participation. As part of the Eltham College Family of Schools, the successful candidate will also benefit from access to a wider network of professional support, collaboration and development opportunities.
At Blackheath Prep, Music plays a central role in school life, and the postholder’s primary responsibilities are to provide leadership of the music programme across the school, including teaching, co-curricular provision and the management of visiting music staff. They will lead and implement initiatives to ensure the continued success of the school as an educational establishment, promoting a love of music and securing positive outcomes for all pupils. We take pride in being a school in which all levels, and styles, of music are promoted and embraced, whether that be pupils taking their first steps as instrumental musicians, or targeting high-level performance as a soloist or ensemble performer.
For more information regarding the role please refer to the attached job description
A highly competitive salary is available, together with additional training and development opportunities through our generous staff development programme.
.
Application closing date: 8am on Monday 11 May 2026.
Interviews will take place Thursday 14 May 2026
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Blackheath Prep part of the Eltham College Family of Schools reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience).
Blackheath Prep part of the Eltham College Family of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants undergo enhanced child protection screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.
