[Hiring] Teacher of Music and Performing Arts @Knowle DGE Academy

Role Description

The Governing Board, Trust and Head Teacher seek to appoint an exceptional and passionate practitioner to work at Knowle DGE. We have an exciting new building which complements our already existing facilities.

We are a modern specialist Academy for Key Stage 1 - 5 students who have SEND including SEMH, SLCN and/or ASD. At Knowle DGE we recognise the importance of an inclusive approach to meeting young people’s needs and promoting their learning. We are seeking a teacher who will join our team to work and teach primarily across the school.

The main personal attribute we are looking for is the capacity to enthuse, engage and inspire our young people. This post represents an excellent opportunity for either a teacher eager to enter special school teaching or someone already experienced in this sphere of education.

If you are an outstanding practitioner who is passionate about making learning effective and enjoyable, have the highest levels of integrity as well as excellent communication skills and can contribute to our journey in driving forward our academy.

I hope you find the information helpful. If you feel that this is a post for which you would like to apply, please write a letter of application as to why you feel you are the right candidate.

The closing deadline for applications is Friday 15th May 2026.

Please ensure you provide the name, addresses (including email addresses where possible) of two referees, one of whom should be your current direct Manager. Candidates should be aware we will seek references on shortlisted candidates and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview.

Qualifications

• Exceptional and passionate practitioner
• Capacity to enthuse, engage and inspire young people
• Outstanding practitioner with a passion for effective and enjoyable learning
• Excellent communication skills
• High levels of integrity

Requirements

• Experience in special school teaching or eagerness to enter this sphere of education
• Ability to contribute to the academy's journey in driving forward

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a modern specialist Academy
• Engagement with a diverse range of students with SEND