Music Teacher - Whole School

Job Overview

Bahlool British International School, a well-established British international school in Baghdad, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Music Teacher to teach students across both the Primary and Secondary phases.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a high-quality music education programme that develops students’ musical knowledge, skills, creativity, and appreciation of music. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who can inspire students through performance, composition, listening, and musical exploration while contributing to the wider cultural life of the school.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality Music lessons across Primary and Secondary phases, ensuring strong progress and engagement for all students.

• Plan and deliver creative, challenging, and engaging lessons in line with the British curriculum.

• Develop students’ practical performance skills, musical understanding, composition techniques, and appreciation of a wide range of musical genres and traditions.

• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, using assessment information to inform teaching and support individual needs.

• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that encourages participation, confidence, and creativity.

• Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with additional needs and those who are more able.

• Organise and lead musical performances, concerts, assemblies, productions, and other school events.

• Support and develop extracurricular music opportunities, including choirs, ensembles, bands, and clubs.

• Promote a culture of creativity, performance, and artistic excellence throughout the school.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support curriculum development and whole-school improvement.

• Communicate effectively with parents regarding student progress, attainment, and wellbeing.

• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and student care at all times.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Education, Performing Arts, or a related subject.

• Recognised teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, or equivalent).

• Experience teaching Music across Primary and/or Secondary phases (British curriculum experience preferred).

• Strong subject knowledge and practical musical skills.

• Ability to teach a range of musical disciplines, including performance, composition, and music appreciation.

• Experience leading choirs, ensembles, performances, or extracurricular music activities is highly desirable.

• Strong classroom management skills.

• Commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and promoting student wellbeing.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Positive, flexible, and professional approach.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• Accommodation

• Medical insurance

• Visa sponsorship

• Annual flight to home country

Safeguarding Statement

Bahlool British International School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers and partners to share this commitment and to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct at all times. All appointments are subject to rigorous safeguarding checks including enhanced background checks, verification of qualifications, references and ongoing suitability to work with children. Safeguarding is central to our culture, practice and decision-making.

Additional Information

Please note that this position is offered on an individual hire basis. The school is unable to provide dependent sponsorship, relocation support or employment opportunities for accompanying family members.