Part-time Music Teacher - Primary School in Heston

A large and vibrant primary school in the Heston area is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Music Teacher to join their team on a part-time basis (2 days per week) from September 2026.

About the role

Music Teacher – Part-Time (2 Days per Week)
Primary School Setting
Location: Heston, Hounslow
Start Date: September 2026

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging music lessons across the school, helping pupils develop their musical knowledge, confidence, and performance skills. You will have the opportunity to foster a love of music through practical, creative, and interactive learning experiences.

The school is looking for a teacher who can bring energy and enthusiasm to the role while maintaining high expectations for pupil engagement and achievement.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging music lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Encouraging creativity, performance, and musical appreciation
• Organising and supporting school performances and musical events where appropriate
• Assessing and monitoring pupil progress
• Creating an inclusive and positive learning environment
• Working collaboratively with staff across the school

About the school

The school is a well-established and highly regarded primary setting with a strong community ethos and a commitment to providing a rich and balanced educational experience. Staff benefit from a collaborative and supportive working environment, while pupils are encouraged to participate in a wide range of academic, sporting, and creative opportunities.

The leadership team places a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development, making it an excellent environment in which to teach and grow professionally.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Part-time Music Teacher - Primary School in Heston you will:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching music within a primary setting
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Passion for music education and pupil development

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• QTS

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 7508 or email [email protected].