Music Teacher (PPA provision)

The post-holder will deliver high-quality music teaching across the school as part as the school’s PPA provision, lead the strategic development of Music as a curriculum subject, and contribute significantly to the wider life of the school through performances, enrichment opportunities, clubs and productions.

Part-time: 2 days plus PPA (14.25 hours per week)

Paid weeks per year: 52 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: January 2027

About the Role

Patcham Junior school is a popular three-form entry primary school in Brighton. We pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive, approach.

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Passionate about working with pupils
• Able to promote high standards of behaviour and a good work ethos by helping to create a supportive, secure, safe and structured learning environment.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility, resilience and adaptability when faced with a variety of different situations.
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team.
• Effective communicators: able to foster excellent relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Well organised and have the ability to work on their own initiative.
• Patient, kind and caring with a good sense of humour and a positive outlook.

We will offer you:

• Fantastic children who are genuinely a real pleasure to teach, enjoy school and work hard.
• A happy working environment with a positive and inclusive ethos.
• A strong, committed and collaborative leadership team.
• Opportunities for training and further development.
• Support with your Wellbeing

Visits to the school or a phone call about the role are strongly encouraged to find out more about the school and the position available.

Visits can be done on the 5th, 6th, 13th and 14th of October 2026, in the morning.

Please telephone 01273 087513 to make an appointment.

Closing date: Noon on Monday 19th October 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 21st October 2026

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: office@patchamjun.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: (01273) 087513

Website: www.patchamjun.org.uk

Additional Information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.