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Location: Reading
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: LP Scale (dependent on experience and contribution)

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an exceptional Music teacher to take on the role of Lead Practitioner at a forward-thinking secondary school in Reading. This role combines expert classroom teaching with the opportunity to influence teaching and learning across the Performing Arts.

You’ll join a thriving Music department with excellent facilities, including a fully equipped recording studio, practice rooms, and a strong extra-curricular offer. The school actively supports the arts and sees Music as a key to personal development and cultural awareness.

Why Join This School?

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A well-resourced and vibrant Music department

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SLT-supported Lead Practitioner programme and trust-wide collaboration

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Opportunities to mentor ECTs and lead professional learning sessions

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Students who love music and engage enthusiastically with performance

As Lead Practitioner of Music, You Will:

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Model outstanding practice across KS3–KS4 and support curriculum innovation

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Coach colleagues and lead subject-specific CPD

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Oversee musical enrichment, including concerts, trips, and recording projects

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Help to embed a love of music across the school

Ideal Candidate Profile:

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An exceptional Music teacher with a track record of strong student outcomes

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Leadership potential or experience in mentoring and curriculum design

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Skilled in performance, theory, and technology in music education

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Passionate about the power of the arts to transform young lives