Music teaching roles in Peterborough and the surrounding areas

Are you a music teacher looking for your next role in Peterborough? Mana Education places classroom music teachers, music technology specialists and cover staff in secondary schools and academies across the city and nearby towns, with supply, long-term and permanent options.

Job Highlights

• Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, and surrounding areas
• Job type: Supply, long-term and permanent – immediate starts available
• Salary: Daily rate from the unqualified scale up to MPS or UPS, depending on experience
• Subjects: Music, Music Technology and Performing Arts
• Key stages: KS3 and KS4, with KS5 Music and Music Technology for specialists

We cover schools across Peterborough, including Hampton, Orton, Werrington, Bretton, Stanground and the city centre, as well as Market Deeping, Whittlesey, Yaxley, Thorney, Eye, Crowland, Stamford, Oundle, Spalding and Wisbech.

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Why work with Mana Education?

• Local knowledge: Our Peterborough team has worked with schools in the area since 2009, so we know the schools, the leadership teams and what they look for.
• Flexible work: Choose day-to-day supply, a long-term placement or a permanent role, and switch as your circumstances change.
• Paid weekly: Supply staff are paid weekly, and long-term assignments aim to pay to scale from day one.
• A named consultant: One point of contact who knows your subject specialism and preferred travel distance.
• Trusted across the region: Mana Education is an approved supplier on the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) framework RM6376 and works with over 600 schools, including Thomas Deacon Education Trust, Peterborough Diocese Education Trust, Keys Academy Trust, Hampton Academies Trust, Nene Education Trust, Voyage Education Partnership, Meridian Trust and Anglian Learning.

What can a Music teacher expect in Peterborough?

Peterborough has a lively music scene for students to tap into. Peterborough Cathedral has a long choral tradition, and venues such as the New Theatre, the Key Theatre and The Cresset host concerts, shows and school performances throughout the year.

In school, music teachers usually teach practical classroom music at KS3, covering performing, composing and listening, often with keyboards, ukuleles, percussion and music software. Many schools offer GCSE Music, and some run vocational courses in music or performing arts alongside or instead of it. Sixth forms in and around the city offer A level Music and Music Technology.

Extra-curricular music is a big part of the role. Peterborough schools run choirs, bands, orchestras, rock schools and annual productions, often working with visiting instrumental teachers from the local music service. Teachers who can lead an ensemble or support a whole-school show are particularly welcome.

Music departments are often small, sometimes just one or two teachers, so supply and long-term cover are regularly needed when a department head is absent or a school is recruiting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and teach practical music lessons across KS3 and KS4, and KS5 where relevant
• Teach performing, composing and listening skills using instruments and music technology
• Prepare students for GCSE or vocational music assessments and recordings
• Lead or support choirs, bands, ensembles and school productions
• Work with visiting instrumental teachers and the local music service
• Adapt lessons so every student can take part, including those with SEND
• Look after instruments, equipment and practice rooms

Who we're looking for

• Qualified teachers (QTS or QTLS) with a music specialism
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking for their first post or induction placement
• Experienced teachers returning to the profession or looking for flexible supply work
• Overseas-trained teachers with the right to work in the UK
• Music technology specialists and experienced instrumental teachers for selected roles

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to play the piano to teach music in Peterborough schools?
Keyboard skills are very useful for classroom teaching, but schools also recruit guitarists, singers, percussionists and music technologists. Your consultant will match you to departments that suit your strengths.

Will I be expected to run extra-curricular music?
Most permanent music posts include some extra-curricular work, such as a choir or band. Supply and short-term roles usually focus on timetabled lessons.

Are there jobs teaching music technology?
Yes. Several schools and sixth forms in the area offer music technology or vocational music courses and look for teachers with DAW and recording skills.

How quickly can I start?
Once your registration and safeguarding checks are complete, many teachers start within days.

How to Apply

Ready to find out more? Click ‘Apply Now’ or click on the chat icon at the bottom of the screen to connect with our Peterborough Consultant at Mana Education, who will guide you through the application process.

For further information, contact us directly:
Phone: 01733 852592 or freephone 0800 0 255 144
Email: ed@manaeducation.co.uk

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Our Commitment to Quality and Safeguarding

Mana Education is REC Education-audited and authorised by the Government Commercial Agency (GCA). We pride ourselves on fair pay and strict compliance, ensuring safe, rewarding placements for both teachers and students.

Safeguarding

Mana Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable individuals. All teaching assignments go through a comprehensive vetting process, including Enhanced DBS Checks, List 99 checks, Overseas Police Checks (where applicable), and Professional References.

Diversity and Inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, Mana Education is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe a commitment to diversity strengthens our organisation and the schools we serve.