Peripatetic Instrumental Teacher (Self-Employed)
Peripatetic Instrumental Teacher (Self-Employed)
Are you an enthusiastic Peripatetic Music Teacher able to inspire and nurture the musical needs of keen, young musicians?
Would you like to work within an Academy Trust with a long musical heritage and where Music is not only valued but actively promoted and where more than 600 students currently have Instrumental or Singing Lessons?
Due to an expansion of our provision this is a wonderful opportunity to become part of our team at West Norfolk Academies Trust where Music is central to our Vision.
We are looking for the following Peripatetic Instrumental Teachers:
Teacher of Drum-Kit/Percussion (Self-Employed)
- Working at Springwood High School, Kings Lynn
- Start date
- Easter 2025
Teacher of Upper Strings – Violin/Viola (Self-Employed) - Working across Schools in the West Norfolk area
We would also welcome applications and interest from teachers of other instruments and singing.
Salary: £33/hour on a self employed basis
Working for West Norfolk Academies Trust (based at Springwood High School but working at all Trust schools)
Email: recruitment@westnorfolkacademiestrust.co.uk
Website: https://www.springwoodhighschool.co.uk/
About Us:
It is fair to say that Music has a rich heritage here at West Norfolk Academies. As one of the most vibrant departments across all schools within the trust it is very rare not to hear music being rehearsed and performed before and after school as well as at break and lunch time.
As a trust we are actively looking to increase uptake of pupils learning a musical instrument in both primary and secondary schools. We are seeking to appoint inspirational and dynamic peripatetic instrumental teachers to deliver high quality one to one, small group and ensemble tuition across the Trust.
The successful candidates will be inspiring and experienced teachers, committed to helping develop music provision across all schools within the trust.
Main Duties and Responsibilities, but not limited to:
Plan individual lessons and overall schemes of work for pupilsTeach individual and/or group lessons lasting from 15 minutes to an hour or longer, usually incorporating elements of general musicianship, such as ear training and theory, as well as instrumental technique and interpretation
Arrange lesson schedules, collect fees and enter students for examinations
develop your knowledge of materials and repertoire for students at different stages of their musical development
Negotiate time and accommodation slots for school-based music lessons and work alongside classroom teachers on music activities
Communicate with parents about their child's lessons and progress
Closing Date for Applications: 14th March 2025Interview Dates: TBC
Start Date: To be Arranged
How to apply
For this vacancy, please click the 'Apply for Job' button, to complete our online application form.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable field is met.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from minority ethnic communities and those with disabilities.An enhanced DBS check will be required.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualifications) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it.You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post.