Teacher of Music Basic

About the school

Barrow Hills School, set across two attractive campuses in a beautiful part of rural Surrey, offers a wealth of musical opportunities for all pupils. The Music Department aims to enable every pupil, regardless of ability, to experience the highest quality and widest range of music possible. Music is an important and respected part of school life, bringing out the best in all pupils through an exciting curriculum. The department is entering its next phase of expansion as it strives for excellence in music across King Edward’s Witley and Barrow Hills Schools, providing a seamless and inspirational educational journey from Nursery through to the Upper Sixth.

The role

We seek to appoint a full-time Teacher of Music, with part-time considered, to join the flourishing schools. The ideal applicant will be an experienced and outstanding musician who will use their experience, skills and aptitudes to further improve pupils’ attainment, continue to help raise the profile of music, inspire and motivate pupils to achieve and develop their full potential, work with the Head of Department to deliver effective, engaging and interesting subject teaching, and support the School’s expectation of excellent educational provision while safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Key responsibilities

• Academic tutoring of around 16 pupils at King Edward’s for full-time teachers, including a duty evening in one of the Houses.
• Participation in the co-curricular and pastoral life of the School according to skills and aptitude, including a wide range of sports, arts, community and other activities in the afternoons and on Saturday mornings.

Requirements

• Experienced and outstanding musician with the ability to raise attainment and the profile of music.
• Capacity to inspire and motivate pupils to achieve their full potential.
• Ability to work with the Head of Department to deliver effective, engaging and interesting subject teaching.
• Commitment to excellent educational provision and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits & package

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Potential for on-site accommodation at King Edward’s at a significantly reduced rental.
• Staff fee remission on school fees at King Edward’s and Barrow Hills.
• Free car parking, free use of gym, swimming pool and sports facilities.
• All meals on duty and Cycle to Work Scheme.

How to apply

Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob. The closing date is noon on Friday, 28th August 2026. Applications will be considered on receipt, and early application is recommended as the school reserves the right to interview and offer the position. Bridewell Schools are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. For shortlisted candidates, online and social media searches will be carried out as part of due diligence processes. All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure through the DBS.