The Role

The Henrietta Barnett School is seeking to appoint a highly qualified and enthusiastic part time Teacher of Music from September 2026. The successful applicant will have the qualifications, skills and passion to teach curriculum Music to highly able students all the way from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5 and to deliver GCSE and A-level content with confidence. They will also display a willingness to deliver and facilitate a range of extra-curricular Music opportunities. There may be opportunities for leadership within areas of Music so we are looking for candidates with ambition and drive in their approach.

Music is extremely popular at The Henrietta Barnett School as an extra-curricular activity; the vast majority of students have instrumental/vocal lessons either inside or outside school and many play more than one and often to an extremely high standard.  The school delivers or facilitates often up to 15 extra-curricular music activities each week and hosts several student concerts showcasing a range of styles and genres. There are over 10 visiting music teachers who deliver a range of instrumental and vocal lessons. Our Music department is well-equipped with facilities, with two large specialist rooms, alongside break-out spaces and a range of rooms for instrumental teaching. There is uptake for at least one GCSE Music class per year and A-level Music also runs annually. Each year there are usually 1-2 students who apply to study Music at university and/or conservatoire level. 

The School

The Henrietta Barnett School is a fully selective girls’ grammar school, situated in the beautiful surroundings of Hampstead Garden Suburb. Dame Henrietta Barnett, who was a social reformer, pioneer of education and champion of the poor and needy, founded the school in 1911. Dame Henrietta strongly believed in the power of education to shape people’s lives and founded the school to provide educational opportunities for the highest quality for its students. We were delighted to be awarded the title of State School of the Year 2023 and 2025 for Academic Achievement by The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide for having the best GCSE and A Level results in the country. Over 25 students a year gain places at Oxbridge and the vast majority go on to study at the top universities in the country.

The aim of the school is to encourage and enable all students to make the most of their gifts and talents and to fulfil their academic and personal potential. We offer a challenging academic curriculum with enrichment opportunities throughout the school. We encourage students to enjoy their learning for its own sake and to value their independence of mind. We place great emphasis on high quality teaching & learning and provide regular high quality CPD opportunities for staff. Pastoral care and the well-being of our students and staff is our priority. The environment at HBS is unique; it is an extremely warm, friendly and vibrant school, with a very strong sense of community. We support all of our students and ensure that everyone is well known, valued and encouraged.

About You

The qualities of the successful candidate will include:

• Excellent qualifications and knowledge of Music and related pedagogy to enable the development of an outstanding learning environment and challenge all the way through to Key Stage 5;·                  
•  Advanced level skills in musical instrument(s) themselves; advanced level keyboard skills are highly desirable; 
• The ability to employ a range of teaching strategies to develop an enthusiasm for music amongst students;
• A commitment to active learning and teacher and student development of practical skills including the use of ICT for music education;
• The ability to accept responsibility and both work independently and as part of a team;
• The ability to organise, prioritise, plan and co-ordinate a variety of tasks and procedures, and to work under pressure;
• Effective communication skills and the ability to create good professional relationships. The job involves formal and informal contact with students, parents and colleagues.
  
  

For a complete Job Description and Person Specification please see the document below.

How to Apply

Applications must be made via the School's My New Term portal.

Your application should include a supporting statement outlining  the skills, qualities and experiences you have which are relevant to the role. 

Closing date: Tuesday, 5th May 2026 at midday

We have a duty of care to ensure the well-being of our students. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.  As a school, we maintain the highest possible standards during our recruitment and interview processes. Applicants will undergo enhanced DBS and a range of other statutory and online checks. The Henrietta Barnett School values the diversity of our staff and students, and all of our staff are equally valued and respected. Only by doing this can we maintain the quality of the staff we recruit. It is the duty of any post-holder appointed to promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils at the school.

The Henrietta Barnett School values the diversity of our staff and students and all of our staff are equally valued and respected.