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Join a Community Where Everyone Feels They Belong at Philip Morant School and College

Are you wanting to work as a part of a team whose purpose is to enable every member of the community to feel they belong? Do you have the skills to contribute to a learning environment that enables staff and students to be the best they can be?

Philip Morant School and College was judged as "Good" in all areas by Ofsted in September 2023. We are looking for a part-time Teacher of Music who can be a key part in our ongoing improvement journey.

Our school is a calm and orderly place. We work hard to ensure everyone feels welcome. As the largest school in Colchester we have exceptional facilities. Through the Sigma Trust there are many opportunities to work with staff in other schools and to have opportunities for development.

Living and breathing our vision and values starts from interview day, with every applicant welcomed by the Headteacher. From there every member of staff is part of a strong team and support and opportunity is always available.

Our music department has grown significantly over recent years and epitomises belonging, ensuring that at every level of ability students can be the best they can be. Student leadership is very strong with students leading their own clubs for other students. A strong team of peripatetic teachers support the wide variety of clubs and performance events.

For the first time in September 2026, we plan to offer Level 3 BTEC Music Performance alongside a timetabled opportunity for all of our Sigma Sixth music students to develop their production and performance skills through the use of our recording studio.

In years 10 and 11 students complete GCSE Music as a qualification and in our current year 10 there are two GCSE groups.

It is due to the expansion of the department and the increased participation of students that we now need to increase the size of this team.

Music is a very important part of our school life and we look forward to hearing from you about all you can offer to take us even further along our journey.

• This role is offered on a part-time basis (0.4% FTE)

A Day in the Life:

You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• Teaching classes of KS3 to KS5 students in music
• Supporting the wide extra-curricular offer
• Inspiring students to participate in the many clubs and performances and supporting them with this

What We're Looking For:
You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• Qualified teacher status
• Experience in a secondary school environment, ideally with some experience of Key Stage 5 music (but this is not essential)

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:

Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by Midnight, Wednesday 4th February via MyNewTerm or the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146794/EDV-2026-PMSAC-39562

• Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.
• We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.
• We are managing all current recruitment directly and kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding open positions.

Information about the School

We are a large secondary school in Colchester and also enjoy a thriving Sixth Form College. We are a popular School with waiting lists for every year and are proud of our strong academic record. We have an excellent and enthusiastic staff led by a strong senior leadership team and we work hard to provide an environment where every student is valued and their varying needs met. Our pastoral care is based upon a highly successful house system and ensures support both for students and parents.

Safeguarding The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.