Instrumental Music Teacher: Piano

Music Mark; England; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Surrey seeks part-time piano teachers to deliver innovative music education. You will teach students during school hours and have the opportunity to engage with various music programs. Ideal candidates should hold a recognized music diploma and demonstrate a genuine passion for teaching music. Flexible working hours are offered with comprehensive rewards and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension contributions

Professional development opportunities

Paid volunteering days

Savings on various retailers

Qualifications

• Recognised music diploma or equivalent professional experience.
• Ability to teach a variety of students with different musical styles.
• Willingness to learn music exam specifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality music education to students.
• Teach during school hours, after school, and at weekends.
• Travel around Surrey to meet teaching demands.

Skills

Passionate about music

Ability to teach a range of students

ICT literate

Understanding of safeguarding

Commitment to professional development

Education

Recognised music diploma/degree or equivalent

Job description

£29.86 per hour inclusive of 15.5% Holiday Pay.

Are you a talented and creative musician who wants to share their passion for playing an instrument and making music with children and young people across Surrey? Come and work for Surrey Arts, Surrey’s leading provider of youth music lessons, ensembles and instrument hire.

Employer: Surrey County Council

Location: Surrey

Contract Type: Part-Time Permanent

Closing Date: 5th October 2025 at 23:59

The hourly salary for this role is £29.86 per hour, inclusive of 15.5% Holiday Pay. This equates to an annual salary of £19,707 per annum based on working 20 hours per week, 33 weeks per year (660 hours per year) or £14,780 per annum based on working 15 hours per week, 33 weeks per year (495 hours per year). Salary will vary dependant on number of hours per week.

We currently have vacancies for two permanent, salaried peripatetic piano teachers working both during school hours and after school hours on weekdays and Saturday mornings as follows:

• 15 hours across the South of Surrey with potential to build new sessions. An additional instrument could be desirable but is not essential

Rewards and Benefits

• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer’s leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Annual salary paid in 12 monthly instalments meaning pay is received during the school holidays
• Able to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, whereby Surrey County Council contribute 28.68% of your salary into your pension
• Comprehensive sick pay: 3 months full pay; 3 months half pay in a rolling 12-month period.
• Savings on a range of retailers, including supermarkets, high street shops, utilities, travel, transport, health and wellbeing
• Clear salary progression based on experience and additional responsibilities
• Professional development through specialised training in diverse teaching methodologies, instrument-specific masterclasses, and pedagogical workshops
• Opportunity to contribute to Surrey Arts’ youth music programs and participate in high-profile gala events and concerts
• Potential to develop specialised teaching areas such as early years music education, contemporary music, or inclusive music-making for students with additional needs

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for piano teachers to join our talented team of experienced and committed teaching staff. Across 33 weeks of the academic year, you will deliver high quality and innovative music education to students at various schools and venues around the county.

You will join a team dedicated to”changing lives through world class arts”. Surrey Arts is an ambitious and forward-thinking organisation that places young people at the centre of our work. We are committed to developing Surrey Arts as a genuinely inclusive organisation, and one that meets the needs of the whole diverse community of Surrey.

The advertised salary is based on delivering one-to-one and small group music tuition. If you are able to offer a range of instruments, there would also be the opportunity to deliver whole class teaching or be an ensemble conductor or assistant conductor. These activities attract a higher rate of pay, and the annual salary will be increased in accordance with Surrey Arts Teacher Pay Scales.

The hours advertised may be subject to change due to small fluctuations in demand. After the first four months of employment, the annual salary will be adjusted accordingly to reflect actual hours worked.

Teaching takes place during the school day, after school and at the weekend, at various schools and music centres in Surrey. You will therefore need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role.

Shortlisting Criteria

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours :

• Recognised music diploma/degree or equivalent professional experience
• Passionate about the importance of music with a genuine desire to help all students express themselves musically
• Ability to teach a range of students, adapting teaching style and genre of music to deliver engaging lessons that offer challenge and independence appropriate to age and ability
• Knowledge of and willingness to learn music exam specifications and how to prepare students for exams (as appropriate)
• ICT literate: ability to use email and web-based platforms
• Understanding of safeguarding and commitment to ensuring the welfare of students
• Commitment to continuing professional development and strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues
• A flexible approach to working due to changes in teaching schedules and ability to travel around the county.

How to Apply

As part of your application for this role you will be required to provide your full work history and confirm any qualifications you hold.

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