Shottermill Junior School · Haslemere, South East
Shottermill Junior School
Job Profile: September 2026
Job Title: Music Teacher (8 Teaching hrs + 1 hr
PPA)
Salary Scale Point: Unqualified
Scale / Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Range as outlined in the
agreed Pay Policy
Responsible to: Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher
and/or Performance Appraisal Reviewer
Job Purpose: To carry out
the duties of a school teacher as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and in the new Teachers
Standards dated September
2012. To uphold the Core Values
and follow all policies and procedures, placing best outcomes for children at
the very heart of their role within our school.
‘Teachers make the education of their pupils
their first concern, and are accountable for achieving the highest possible
standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have
strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers
up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships;
and work with parents in the best interests of their pupils.’
Professional Duties:
To
design and teach a Music Curriculum which covers the statutory programme of
study set out in the National Curriculum for all year groups within the Key
Stage 2 age range. To
adhere to expectations set out in the school’s Teaching, Learning &
Assessment Policy and be accountable for the standards and progress of pupils
within Music. To
lead and champion Music across the school, contributing to wider extra
curriculum activities and performing arts events. To
create a stimulating, organised, interactive and informative learning
environment that encourages each child to achieve their potential. To
work co-operatively with all members of the staff team and direct Learning
Support Assistants appropriately to support pupils’ learning. To
monitor and assess pupils’ work, using these assessments to inform planning and
set targets that promote continuity and progression. To complete relevant
sections of written academic annual reports to parents. To
ensure the individual needs of the pupils are met through differentiated work,
allowing for the highest standards to be achieved by all. Attend relevant meetings, as required and work
with key professionals, parents and guardians to secure good outcomes for
pupils. To
follow all school policies under the direction of the Headteacher and Deputy
Headteacher / Performance Management Appraiser. To
maintain good order and discipline within the class, in line with the school’s
behaviour policy. To
actively take part in professional development opportunities, sharing expertise
and experiences as required. To
liaise with other subject leaders in the local area (e.g. such as the Haslemere
Confederation) to enable sharing of best practice and effective transition for
pupils in areas of responsibility. To
keep abreast of current initiatives and new dev