The Great Schools Trust is seeking a passionate Teacher of Music to join King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes. This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding classroom practitioner who thrives on student success, goes the extra mile, and wants to be part of a supportive and ambitious team.

About Us

King’s Hawthornes is proud to be part of the Great Schools Trust, ranked No. 2 nationally for most improved multi-academy trust in 2025. Our schools do more than deliver academic excellence – they transform lives. We are relentless in our focus on people and wellbeing, ensuring that staff are supported, developed, and valued.

With dedicated weekly CPD time, access to leading leadership programmes, and a trust-wide commitment to work-life balance, this is a place where both students and staff flourish.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Music department, working alongside a dynamic team committed to academic excellence and character development. Our ASPIRE values – Achievement, Aspiration, Self-awareness, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Endeavour – underpin everything we do.

Why Join Us?

At King’s Hawthornes, we are proud of our culture and community. In our latest anonymous Edurio Staff Survey, colleagues consistently praised the school:

“Amazing, supportive staff who truly act with integrity and have the best interests of the school at heart.”

“An open-door, kind culture.”

“A trust that is at the cutting edge of research.”

“I can go to my line manager with any problem, and she always offers immediate advice.”

We also offer:

• Reduced workload through our AI-powered assessment platform, freeing up time for impactful teaching
• Comprehensive CPD, including weekly professional development and leadership link meetings
• State-of-the-art facilities, with staff input into the design of our new school building
• Excellent career growth opportunities within a thriving multi-academy trust
• Competitive benefits package: including a strong salary, pension scheme, BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, and flexible working options

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an inspirational Teacher of Music who brings:

• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for the subject
  

• The ability to engage, challenge, and motivate students
  

• High expectations for academic achievement and personal development
  
  

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details.

Visit Us

If you would like to visit our vibrant academy, please contact Michael Aitken using the details provided below.

Safeguarding Commitment

King’s Leadership Academy Hawthornes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Join us and help ignite creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love for music at King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes!