Teacher of Music

The Governing Body are keen to appoint an inspiring and motivated Teacher of Music, with opportunities for additional leadership responsibilities commensurate with the experience of the successful candidate. They will be passionate about music education and committed to nurturing creativity, performance skills and musical understanding in all learners.

The successful candidate will support the leadership and delivery of Music across the department, while also teaching to a high standard. There will be opportunities to contribute more broadly to the performing arts, depending on experience and expertise. You will be enthusiastic about Music, able to bring a range of musical styles and traditions to life in the classroom, and dedicated to enabling pupils to express themselves creatively, appreciate diverse cultures and develop spiritually and morally within a caring, Christian community.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Is an excellent music practitioner — with high expectations for all learners.

• Supports our Catholic ethos — and the spiritual and moral development of pupils.

• Delivers engaging music lessons — across Key Stages with clarity and enthusiasm.

• Works collaboratively — contributing positively to a supportive department.

• Is committed to safeguarding and wellbeing — ensuring pupils’ holistic development.

• Communicates and organises effectively — supporting both teaching and leadership duties.

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Louise Penny.

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 17th June 2026 (Midnight)

SHORTLISTING DATE: Monday 22nd June 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: Wednesday 1st July 2026

START DATE: Tuesday 1st September 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registration with the Education Workforce Council is required for this post.

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under-represented groups.

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.

Please ensure that you only apply for this position via Torfaen Council’s vacancies website. CVs and applications submitted to any other websites are not received by us.