Job Description

Lodge Park Academy

is now recruiting for a Teacher of Music (Maternity Cover) for 2 days a week with a September start.

This role could be your next career opportunity.


If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.


We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

Fixed term maternity cover for up to 12 months, Part time FTE hours, 52.143 weeks paid per year.


You are required to carry out the duties as set out in the relevant paragraphs of the current School Teachers' Pay and Conditions document.


The post requires you to teach pupils in the age range 11 to 19 and with others outside that age range as required for transition and outreach work.


In carrying out these duties you will need to work in compliance with all Academy policies and procedures as set out by the Trust and Governing Body and the reasonable direction from colleagues with the relevant position of responsibility.


You will have the role of Form Tutor, even when a form has not been assigned to you and may be asked to carry out some or all of those duties if required.


You will continuously evaluate and review your role and propose improvements to this in the light of experience as part of performance management processes.


You will also be required to carry out any other additional duties as might be reasonably required by the Principal.


To maintain a thorough and up to date knowledge of the teaching of your subject(s) and take account of wider curriculum developments and up-to-date research relevant to your work.


To plan lessons/activities/tutorials and sequences of lessons to meet the needs of your classes and the individual students in them. To use a range of appropriate strategies and follow Academy policies for teaching/tutoring, behaviour management and classroom management.


To do all you can to safeguard and promote the welfare of students in the Academy.

About our Academy

Lodge Park Academy require and ambitious science teacher who will contribute further to the department with their knowledge, skills and outstanding teaching. We require dedicated staff who go above and beyond to ensure the experiences and outcomes for our pupils are world class.


Giving our young people access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.


Lodge Park Academy is a 11-19 Secondary school in Corby, Northamptonshire with approx. 1000 students on roll. Serving local families since 1963, Lodge Park Academy sits at the heart of our community. With a strong emphasis on sport, and the arts, we provide a broad, compelling, knowledge-rich curriculum alongside meticulous pastoral care to ensure all children are able to flourish and achieve. Lodge Park Academy is a unique school with a strong history. We serve a disadvantaged demographic, so our intake will always pose challenges. However, we firmly believe we have the greatest students on earth: they are funny, generous, and kind - we call it #LPAspirit.

Salary & Benefits

+ MPS 1 - UPS 3, FTE 31,650- 49,084 per annum, pro rata for part time FTE hours + Access to Teachers' Pension Scheme
+ Enhanced ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers
+ Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
+ Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
+ Awards and Recognition Scheme
+ Benefits Platform
- holiday discounts
- cinema tickets
- restaurant booking discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Nationally recognised teaching qualification- QTS Relevant Subject Degree at BA or above The ability to deliver music lessons to a high standard achieving excellent academic outcomes for our students The ability to teach music at Key Stage 3 and 4 with the ability to teach at KS5 being desirable Experience teaching/ working with children A very good classroom teacher, demonstrating ability to innovate Understanding of current curriculum issues in relation to teaching and in particular teaching music. Able to show evidence of the use of technology in teaching and learning Committed to working co-operatively with young people; able to communicate sensitively, imaginatively and effectively with them Able to motivate and encourage young people to solve problems as well as solve problems themselves Able to communicate effectively with parents to represent the Academy positively and feedback information as appropriate

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust's mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.


We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.


Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.


Our aim is to be the country's top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.


We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the 'apply now' button.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.


It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.


The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.