Graduate Assistant Teacher of Music, Fixed Term

DAUNTSEY'S SCHOOL; Littleton Panell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based educational institute is seeking a Graduate Assistant Teacher in Music to support its Music Department. The role is ideal for university graduates passionate about music education, offering an opportunity to gain experience in a boarding school environment. Responsibilities include assisting students with composition, performance, and music technology. Accommodation is provided for the successful candidate, fostering growth in both teaching and music skills.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Experience in a boarding school atmosphere

Qualifications

• Must have a genuine interest in music education.
• Experience as a pianist and accompanist preferred.
• Ability to assist with music theory and technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the Music Department.
• Support pupils in composing and performing music.
• Local boarding house duties.

Skills

Interest in music education and performance

Piano proficiency

Skills in music composition

Knowledge of music technology

Aural skills

Sight-singing ability

Understanding of music theory

Education

University degree in music or related field

Job description

Graduate Assistant Teacher – Music and Resident Tutor

Required from September 2026.

Dauntsey's School wishes to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic, and committed university graduate who is looking to develop their music career and explore a possible future in music education.

As a Graduate Assistant Teacher of Music, you will be required to have a genuine interest in music education and performance at all levels. You should demonstrate the necessary skills to contribute to the life of the Music Department and ideally be a first‑rate pianist and accompanist. You should also have the skills to assist pupils with composition, music technology, aural skills, sight‑singing, and theory.

Accommodation will be provided, as the successful candidate will also assist in a boarding house.

This position is designed to allow graduates who might be considering a teaching career to experience life in a boarding school as fully as possible. Previous GATs have gone on to positions in education both at Dauntsey's and at other schools.