Music Supply Teacher – Hastings | September Start | £120–£160 Per DayLocation: Hastings and surrounding areasPay: £120–£160 per dayStart Date: September 2026Contract: Flexible Supply – Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term RolesAre you a passionate Music Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities this September?We're working with a number of secondary schools across Hastings that are seeking talented and enthusiastic Music Teachers to provide high-quality classroom cover. Whether you're looking for regular supply work, a long-term placement or the flexibility to choose when you work, we'd love to hear from you.This is an excellent opportunity to inspire young musicians while enjoying the variety and work-life balance that supply teaching offers.The RoleTeach engaging Music lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.Deliver creative and inclusive lessons that encourage students to develop their musical knowledge and performance skills.Maintain a positive learning environment and effective classroom management.Follow lesson plans where provided and adapt confidently to different school settings.About YouQualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.Experience teaching Music within UK secondary schools.A passion for inspiring students through music.Strong classroom management and communication skills.Adaptable, reliable and enthusiastic.Applications from both ECTs and experienced teachers are welcomed.What We OfferCompetitive daily rates of £120–£160, depending on experience.Flexible working to suit your lifestyle and availability.Access to a range of secondary schools across Hastings and the surrounding area.Opportunities for day-to-day, short-term and long-term assignments.Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.A straightforward registration process with continued career support.If you're ready to share your passion for music and enjoy the flexibility of supply teaching, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today with your CV, and one of our education consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunities available.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.....Read more...
Personal and professional conduct:
Teaching assistants should uphold public trust in the education profession by:
Having proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they work as professional members of staff
Demonstrating positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community
Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ wellbeing by following relevant statutory guidance along with school policies and practice
Upholding values consistent with those required from teachers by respecting individual differences and cultural diversity
Committing to improve their own practice through self-evaluation and awareness
Knowledge and understanding:
Teaching assistants are expected to:
Acquire the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience required for the teaching assistant role, with support from the school employer
Demonstrate expertise and skills in understanding the needs of all pupils (including specialist expertise as appropriate) and know how to adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
Share responsibility for ensuring that their own knowledge and understanding is relevant and up to date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders and accessing relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness
Demonstrate a level of subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to their role and apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
Understand their roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context recognising that these may extend beyond a direct support role
Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection, health including positive mental health, safety and security, confidentiality, data protection, intimate care and SEN Code of Practice 2014 reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Teaching and learning:
Teaching assistants are expected to:
Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities
Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures
Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil progress as appropriate to the level of the role
Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to adapt to their needs and support their learning
Maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment by organising and managing physical teaching space and resources
Training Outcome:Apprentices who are successful in their role would be considered for any vacancies that are available across the Trust. We would be unable to give an accurate number of vacancies available until the Summer Term.
West Norfolk Academies Trust prides itself on being a progressive Trust seeking to provide career development for those with potential and growing staff from within the organisation wherever possible. To date as an organisation, we have been able to offer permanent employment and scope for development to over 95% of our apprentices that have wished to remain employed within the organisation.Employer Description:Springwood High School, part of West Norfolk Academies Trust
With more than a hundred years of history, Springwood provides an education for boys and girls aged between eleven and eighteen in King's Lynn.
Springwood High School is a comprehensive school with Specialist Performing Arts Status and a long history of providing an excellent education to pupils in West Norfolk.
Springwood High School is part of West Norfolk Academies Trust, dedicated to ensuring that every student gains the best qualifications possible. We believe that excellent academic qualifications provide each student with the best life chances and opportunities to ensure a successful and fulfilled future. In the last two years the percentage of students gaining 5 higher grades including English and Maths has risen significantly.
We have a high expectation of both our teachers and our students. We set challenging targets for all and support each other to achieve them. We work hard to monitor accurately the progress of students, celebrate academic success and intervene where necessary.
A positive attitude to learning is an essential aspect of academic success. Our teachers regularly assess how engaged each learner is in their studies using an attitude to learning score. We celebrate students who have a good attitude to their studies and actively encourage those who need to improve in this area.
We offer a wide range of opportunities, both within and beyond the classroom - it is vital that every student participates in other areas of school life.
Springwood expects every student to take part in other aspects of our offer to them including;
Competitive Sport
Dance Performances
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Drama Performances
House Competitions
Music Performances
Lunchtime clubs
Numerous foreign visits and exchanges
To view our latest OFSTED report please visit http://www.springwoodhighschool.co.ukWorking Hours :37 hrs/week, 39 weeks/year (term time +1).
Monday to Friday 8.45am to 3.25pm in school- term time plus 1 week.
Additional hours to include study time.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
