Instrumental Tuition Teacher Piano

Sing Education Limited; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist music education company in Kingston upon Thames is seeking inspirational music teachers for one-to-one and small group sessions. Candidates should have a degree in music or a related field and experience in music education. The role involves teaching instruments such as guitar and ukulele, with payment on a freelance basis. Successful applicants will engage with students while adhering to safeguarding policies. Flexible work days are available, making this an ideal opportunity for passionate music educators.

Benefits

Freelance pay rate of £23-27 per hour

Qualifications

• University graduate with a good degree in music or a related field.
• Evidence of further professional development.
• QTS qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach small group and one-to-one music lessons.
• Engage with students to inspire and promote a love for music.
• Participate in team training and workshops.

Skills

Strong singing voice

Excellent spoken and written English

Excellent communication skills

Basic keyboard skills

ICT literacy

Knowledge of Kodály/Dalcroze practices

Ability to accompany on piano/guitar

Education

University graduate with a degree in music or a related field

QTS

Tools

G Suite

Job description

Overview

Sing Education are looking for reliable confident and inspirational small group and one-to-one teachers to teach a variety of instruments including ukulele guitar keyboard and singing (Grade 6 level minimum) with a degree in music or a related field (i.e. musical theatre / music education) to join our team of specialist music teachers.

Teaching Details

• Teaching days: 1-2 days per week – Thursday / Friday
• Instruments: Guitar Piano or Singing
• Rate of Pay: Freelance basis – 23-27 per hour

What We Do

Sing Education source and train music teachers develop teaching resources and provide management and consultancy services to schools in London. We enable children to encounter the transformative power of music in their lives by experiencing the joy of singing and making music collectively at school.

Details

• Weekly teaching during school hours – 8.45am-3.30 term time
• Permanent placement in a Sing Education primary school
• Teaching 1-5 days per week
• Teaching locations: primary schools in Greater London Slough Kent and North Yorkshire

Must have (or be willing to apply for through us) an Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Communicate professionally and clearly to represent Sing Education within a school setting

Attend and engage with Sing Education team training and induction sessions

Sing Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see The post-holder will also be expected to read and adhere to the Sing Education Child Protection Policy and any other Safeguarding documents stated within this.

Qualifications

• University graduate with a good degree in music or a related field
• Evidence of further professional development
• QTS

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong singing voice and confidence to use the singing voice to support pupil learning
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Ability to lead small group (up to 5 people) and one-to-one lessons
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Basic keyboard skills if not first instrument
• A degree of ICT literacy and ability to use online systems such as G Suite and other communication platforms
• Knowledge of or experience in Kodály and Dalcroze teaching practices
• Ability to accompany on the piano / guitar for choir assemblies and other performances

Relevant Experience

• Classroom or one-to-one teaching experience
• Experience of working with children or young people in a teaching or leadership capacity.
• Experience of leading music workshops
• Experience of working with children with SEND

Personal Qualities

• Ability to lead and inspire a passion for music in pupils
• A firm approach to discipline and good management skills
• The ability to work well as part of both Sing Education and in-school teams
• The ability to maintain confidentiality as appropriate
• A sense of humour
• An ability to generate enthusiasm for music in the wider life of the school
• A high level of personal organisation and good communication skills
• A commitment to personal and company wider development

Benefits

• 23-27 per hour

Required Skills

• Qualifications – University graduate with a degree in music or a related field
• Skills and Knowledge – Strong vocal skills with the confidence to lead lessons and assemblies
• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Capability to conduct whole-class music lessons
• Basic keyboard proficiency for classroom use
• Understanding of the National Curriculum for music
• Proficient with ICT and able to use online systems such as G Suite
• Experience in classroom teaching or one-on-one instruction
• Previous work with children or young people in a teaching or leadership role
• Personal Attributes – Passionate about inspiring a love for music in pupils
• Strong classroom management and disciplinary skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both Sing Education and school teams
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality
• Possesses a sense of humour and can generate enthusiasm for music
• Highly organised with excellent communication skills
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Required Education

• Music Degree (or similar)