Job Description: Peripatetic Music Teacher
Location: Slough area
Days: Fridays
Hours: Between school hours (9am to 3pm)
Start Date: ASAP
About Us
Teach Major is dedicated to making music education exciting, dynamic, and inspiring for students. We partner with schools to deliver engaging music programmes that nurture creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love for music. Our mission is to transform music lessons into vibrant, interactive experiences that students look forward to every week.
The Role
We are looking for a bubbly, energetic, and passionate peripatetic Music Teacher who can inspire students through engaging lessons.
The successful candidate will have strong musicianship on piano, and guitar, with voice and drums/percussion as a bonus. You will deliver peripatetic lessons during the school day, making music fun and accessible for all students.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves teaching, thrives on creativity, and wants to make music the highlight of every child's week.
Key Responsibilities
Peripatetic Teaching:
Provide engaging, tailored instrumental and vocal lessons for students across different year groups.
Teach piano, guitar, and singing (with percussion as an advantage).
Adapt lessons to suit individual learning styles and abilities.
Inspire confidence, creativity, and enthusiasm in students.
Prepare students for informal performances, assemblies, and school events.
Music Enrichment:
Encourage performance opportunities and foster a love for music in every student.
What We're Looking For
Experience & Skills:
Proven experience teaching music in schools or as a peripatetic teacher.
Strong musicianship in piano, guitar, and voice (percussion a plus).
Confident in leading group singing and building enthusiasm.
Skilled in engaging children and making lessons fun.
Strong classroom and behaviour management.
Personal Attributes:
Bubbly, lively, and enthusiastic personality.
Passionate about music and teaching children.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Organised, reliable, and proactive.
Flexible and creative in teaching approach.
Requirements:
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential).
Driving licence and access to a car (highly desirable due to transport links).
Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your relevant experience and why you are passionate about this role.
Teach Major is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate.
If you are a bubbly and talented music educator who loves teaching and inspiring children, we would love to hear from you
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £25.00 per hour
Benefits:
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person