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Required from September 2025
Permanent

An inspiring individual is required from September 2025 to teach Music from Nursery to Year Six as an integral part of the school’s specialist PPA Cover provision (on Mondays and Tuesdays) and to lead the development of the subject across the school.

We are looking to appoint an energetic, creative and well-qualified teacher of Music. The post offers the opportunity to shape the teaching of Music at the school and the successful candidate will be expected to bring a clear vision for the future, whilst bringing enthusiasm, energy, and dynamism to the role.

St Mary’s CE Primary School is a successful and inclusive Church of England Primary School serving the local community. The school has a dedicated and well-resourced Music Room. You would be joining a friendly and hard working staff team, working in partnership with our supportive families and committed Governing Body to provide our enthusiastic and well-behaved children with high quality learning opportunities.

The Governors wish to appoint an outstanding teacher with the suitable experience. We are looking for a passionate and creative teacher who will make a significant contribution to our already outstanding school. 

To be part of our successful and happy school you must have:

·       A passion for Music

·       A commitment to children’s learning through consistently high quality teaching

·       A track record of raising achievement for all pupils

·       The ability to teach across the EYFS, KS1 and KS2

·       The ability to lead the development of Music across the school

·       A desire to be a part of a strong team

·       Initiative and creativity

All applicants will be required to complete the SDBE application form containing questions about their employment history and their suitability for the role. Names and addresses of two referees should also be supplied.

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below. 

Please send all completed applications to Mrs Sue Abraham, School Business Manager. Applications can be submitted electronically to: sbm@st-marys-putney.wandsworth.sch.uk, with a hard copy sent by post.

Closing date: Midday, 6th June 2025
Short listing: 9th June 2025
Interviews:   16th June 2025

The interview will involve a tour of the school, interview and the requirement to teach a lesson.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Social media checks will be completed for the successful candidates. 

This post is subject to a DBS check.

We are committed to positively tackling discrimination in all its forms and work to ensure that all sections of our community have fair and equal access to and experience within employment.  We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, particularly those that are currently under represented in our workforce; we are respectful of all individuals’ race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, disabilities and cultural background.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Felsham Road, Putney, London, SW15 1BA 
Tel: 0208-788-9591    
Email: info@st-marys-putney.wandsworth.sch.uk    
Head Teacher: Miss Cheryl Payne 

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils