Role: Music Teacher
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Flexible temporary roles (day-to-day, short-term and long-term)
Salary: £32,916-£45,351 per annum (depending on experience, role and/or qualifications)
About the role
Heart of Supply is delighted to be supporting a welcoming and ambitious academy school in Lincoln with the recruitment of a full-time Music Teacher to join their team from September 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic teacher to inspire a love of music across the secondary age range. Whether you're an experienced Music Teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), we'd love to hear from you.
You'll be responsible for delivering engaging and creative Music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, encouraging pupils to develop their practical skills, musical knowledge and confidence. The successful candidate will create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to participate, perform and achieve their potential.
We're looking for a teacher with strong subject knowledge, excellent classroom management and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues alike. You'll be organised, adaptable and committed to helping young people develop both musically and personally.
About the school/us
The school is committed to providing a high-quality education where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. Music plays an important role within the wider curriculum, and the successful candidate will join a supportive department that values creativity, collaboration and high expectations.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a school that invests in its staff, promotes professional development and provides a positive, inclusive learning environment where both pupils and colleagues can thrive.
Working with Heart of Supply means you'll receive honest, personalised support throughout the recruitment process. We'll take the time to understand what you're looking for, answer any questions you have and be with you every step of the way as you secure your next role.
What you will need:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with recent UK secondary Music teaching experience.
- Strong subject knowledge and the confidence to deliver engaging Music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Key Stage 5 experience would be advantageous but is not essential).
- A passion for music education and the ability to inspire pupils of all abilities through both practical and theoretical learning.
- Experience planning, delivering and assessing lessons that support pupil progress and foster a love of music.
- Confident, consistent behaviour management with the ability to create a calm, purposeful and inclusive learning environment.
- Excellent classroom organisation and the ability to build positive relationships quickly with pupils, colleagues and parents.
- A proactive, adaptable and enthusiastic approach to teaching, with a genuine commitment to helping young people achieve their potential.
- A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school, including performances, concerts, extracurricular music activities or enrichment opportunities where appropriate.
- A strong understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one through Heart of Supply).
- At least 6 weeks' recent UK secondary teaching experience (including teaching placements for ECTs).
Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
We’re fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will undergo thorough vetting, including enhanced DBS (with children’s barred list check and Update Service registration), references, and online checks as part of our compliance process.
What we offer you:
- Competitive weekly PAYE pay
- Roles tailored to your lifestyle - day-to-day or longer term
- Access to exclusive opportunities in great local schools
- A friendly, experienced consultant who listens
- Free CPD and ongoing professional development
- A simple ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme
- Welcome Bonus (terms and conditions apply)
- A warm, supportive agency that genuinely cares about you and your journey
Heart of Supply is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All appointments are made in line with safer recruitment practices.
About us
Heart of Supply is an independent education specialist agency built on over 16 years of experience connecting talented educators with schools that truly appreciate them. We believe that recruitment should feel personal, supportive, and straightforward. That’s why we take the time to get to know you, understand your strengths, and place you in roles where you can thrive. Whether you’re just starting out, returning to the classroom, or exploring something new, we’ll be with you every step of the way, offering honest advice, friendly communication, and opportunities that fit around your life.
Ready to take the next step in your career?
If you’re a Music Teacher excited for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Click Apply, send your CV to [email protected], or call 01522 440922 to chat through your options. We’d love to hear from you, even if you're just exploring what’s next.
Pay: £32,916.00-£45,351.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
