Overview
Job Ref No. ECC8826001-107
Position Type: Teacher
Pay Range: £19 per half hour lesson
Position Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Part-time
Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 03/10/2025 Midnight
Date of Interviews: As soon as possible
We are looking for an inspiring peripatetic music teacher to teach Piano & Violin, to join our established team of peripatetic music teachers who work at Thorpe Hall School. You will be a music teacher with the ability and passion to interest and inspire children of all ages who want to begin their musical journey with individual instrument lessons. You must be able to teach to a minimum of Grade 6 piano and above along with Violin.
Responsibilities
* Plan, resource, arrange music for and deliver imaginative, interactive and inspiring instrumental lessons that ensure effective learning and excellent pupil progress.
* With direction from the Head of Music, plan and prepare effective peripatetic instrumental lessons and ensemble lessons.
* Teach engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire and involve pupils and improve attainment.
* Use regular assessments to monitor progress and set targets.
* Maintain regular and productive communication with parents, reporting on progress, sanctions and achievements.
* Be accountable for pupil progress and attainment levels of pupils who receive instrumental lessons.
* Maintain/establish positive behaviour for learning.
* Actively support concerts and music events at the school.
* Maintain a presence around the school to ensure high standards of behaviour and site usage.
* Communicate and liaise with staff, pupils, parents and governors as appropriate.
* Be active in issues of staff and pupil welfare and support.
* Demonstrate a commitment to Equality of Opportunity for all members of the school's community.
* Contribute to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people with regard to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
* The duties above are not exclusive or exhaustive; you may be required to undertake further duties within the context of the job, skills and grade.
Requirements
* Minimum qualification/ability to teach piano to Grade 6 or above and proficiency in violin.
* Ability to plan engaging lessons, assess progress, and communicate effectively with parents.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Safeguarding
Thorpe Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including references, health, right to work in the UK, enhanced DBS, and a declaration regarding disqualification under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.
Application
To apply, please complete the application form on My New Term: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/115402/EDV-2025-THS-92187 or visit the school website: https://www.thorpehall.southend.sch.uk/quick-links/vacancies/
About the School
Thorpe Hall is a non-selective co-educational day school of 500 pupils from Nursery to Year 11. The school is situated on a generous site on the outskirts of Southend-on-Sea and has an excellent reputation as one of the leading independent schools in the area. More information can be found on the school’s website: https://www.thorpehall.southend.sch.uk/
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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