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Teacher of Music

Salary: M1-M6 (£32,916 to £45,352) U1-U3 (£47,472 to £51,048)
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full Time
Application closing date: Wednesday 20th May 2026 at 09:00
Shortlisting Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026 
Interview Date: Friday 22nd May 2026
About us 

Litherland High School is a vibrant and thriving community of wonderful children and fantastic, caring staff which we affectionately call our ‘Livo Family’.

Our school ethos is very much built around our dedication to the academic success of our children whilst maintaining outstanding pastoral care and support. Our staff know our children and families exceptionally well and in doing so, we develop strong relationships which underpin the achievement of our students. We take our role as a central part of the local community extremely seriously and we genuinely believe our school is unique in the strength of the bonds between staff and students.

Our school values are ‘Kindness, Integrity, and Tenacity’, and we endeavour to keep these values at the heart of our actions, and encourage our children to do the same.

We know that academic success is the key to a bright and exciting future for our children, and we have worked tirelessly to make sure that our academic and wider curriculum fully prepares our students to meet the challenges ahead. Our staff are 100% committed to supporting our children to achieve their potential and become the very best versions of themselves.

What are we looking for? 

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic Teacher of Music to join our thriving, oversubscribed school. This post represents an exciting opportunity to lead and further develop a well-established department that has benefitted from successful curriculum development. The successful candidate will be a well-qualified and passionate teacher and leader, with effective, evidence-informed teaching and learning strategies to enhance the quality of education and raise academic achievement. 

About The Heath Family Trust

Join The Heath Family Trust and be part of our commitment to giving our pupils the best start in life, a mission deeply rooted in our core values. Here, you'll find a supportive environment where we collectively hold ourselves and each other to the highest standards.

We value:

  • Clarity: ensuring clear communication and purpose in all we do.
  • Collaboration: fostering teamwork and shared success across all levels.
  • Accountability: championing a culture where we all take ownership and responsibility.

Across our Trust, our dedication to academic rigour underpins every aspect of our work. We offer a strong CPD programme for teachers at every stage of their career, empowering staff to flourish in their practice and grow as future leaders.

How to Apply

Applicants must have relevant qualifications and experience related to this role, please ensure that you meet the person specification before applying.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and references. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

We ask that you do not send CVs. Please email your completed application to recruitment@theheathfamily.org.uk