Music Education jobs in London

TREETOPS HOUSE

Part-Time Music Specialist Teacher

Together we nurture potential, build independence and create brighter futures.

About Treetops House

Treetops House is a proposed independent day special school in Hammersmith for pupils aged 8-16 (Years 4-11), with a planned capacity of up to 20 pupils across four small classes. Our ethos is calm, nurturing and ambitious. We want every pupil to feel known, valued and safe while developing communication, confidence, independence and preparation for adulthood. Our values - Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Positivity - shape how we work with pupils, families, colleagues and professionals.

The role

Teach listening, rhythm, performance, composition, musical vocabulary and practical participation across KS2-KS4.

Our ethos and values

RESPECT EXCELLENCE INTEGRITY POSITIVITY

Respect - value ourselves and others, communicate safely and protect dignity.

Excellence - aim high, teach ambitiously and celebrate progress from each pupil’s starting point.

Integrity - act transparently, use evidence responsibly and keep pupils’ best interests central.

Positivity - focus on strengths, possibilities, progress and next steps.

Key responsibilities

Plan and deliver sequenced Music lessons.

Assess starting points and record progress.

Adapt instruments, voice and technology for sensory, motor and communication needs.

Maintain safe use of instruments/equipment.

Plan workshops, performances and cultural opportunities where they add curriculum value.

Essential

Strong practical Music competence.

Experience teaching/facilitating music with children or young people.

Ability to lead inclusive practical sessions.

Safe use of instruments/equipment and SEND-sensitive practice.

Desirable

QTS/QTLS or music degree/grade qualifications/equivalent professional experience.

SEND experience.

Arts Award/GCSE/Entry Level/unit-accreditation experience.

Experience leading ensembles, performances or workshops.

Why join Treetops House?

Very small classes and the opportunity to know pupils exceptionally well.

A developing school where staff can help shape routines, curriculum resources and culture.

A strong focus on safeguarding, SEND induction, professional development and reflective practice.

Close working with families, local authorities, care/social-care colleagues and other professionals.

Opportunities to contribute to enrichment, community learning and preparation for adulthood.

Application and safeguarding

All applicants should complete the full TES profile and application form. CV-only applications will not be accepted. Applicants should provide a continuous employment and education history from leaving school to the present and explain any gaps clearly. The supporting statement should show how the applicant meets the person specification, using examples from previous work.

Treetops House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointment will be subject to safer-recruitment checks appropriate to the role, including identity, right-to-work, references, enhanced DBS and barred-list checks where applicable, prohibition checks where relevant, overseas checks where required, and other statutory checks. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search of publicly available information as part of due diligence.

Important status information

Treetops House remains a proposed school. The DfE registration application is pending. Appointment and start date are subject to registration, satisfactory safer-recruitment checks and confirmed opening arrangements.

Location: Hammersmith, London | Start date: subject to DfE registration and confirmed opening arrangements