Job Description

Primary Teacher (EYFS/KS1) – Music Specialist (Epping)

Join the Founding Team of a New Pre‑Preparatory School in Epping

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Primary Teacher with a Music specialism to join the founding team of a brand‑new pre‑preparatory school for children aged 3–7. This role is perfect for a Primary Music Teacher who is passionate about early musicianship, creativity, rhythm, and building children’s confidence through joyful, high‑quality music education.

As a Primary Music Teacher, you will help shape a school built on calm classrooms, strong routines and a deep understanding of child development. You will introduce young learners to music through singing, movement, percussion, listening and early notation, ensuring lessons are engaging, structured and age‑appropriate within a beautifully designed environment.

What The School Offers

• Competitive salary starting at £45,000

• Eight weeks of holiday leave

• Extensive employee assistance programme

• Preferential fee discounts for eligible staff

• Ongoing professional development and coaching

• 24/7 virtual GP access

• Legal, financial and wellbeing support

• A serene, well‑resourced setting designed to support excellent teaching

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from a Primary Music Teacher who:

• Holds QTS with a strong academic background in Music or Music Education

• Has experience teaching EYFS/KS1 or pre‑preparatory pupils

• Understands early musicianship, rhythm, singing progression and creative expression

• Values calm, structured, joyful learning

• Brings warmth, enthusiasm and professionalism

• Is excited to help build a new school community from the ground up

If you are a Primary Music Teacher who wants to shape a school’s foundations, inspire confident young musicians and contribute to a thoughtful, modern‑traditional educational vision, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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