Junior School Cello Peripatetic Teacher (Self employed)

Girls Day Schools Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK educational trust is seeking a Junior School Cello Peripatetic Teacher to inspire students through music. The role is part-time and self-employed, teaching cello to pupils of various abilities. Candidates must hold a relevant music qualification and display dynamic teaching strategies. This is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to a vibrant music department and foster a love for music among young learners.

Benefits

Flexible teaching schedule

Supportive community

Term-time engagement

Qualifications

• Qualifications in music essential (degree or diploma).
• Experience with ABRSM or Trinity guidelines preferred.
• Ability to teach from beginner to advanced levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach cello lessons effectively.
• Prepare students for exams and performances.
• Maintain communication with parents regarding progress.

Skills

Dynamic teaching strategies

Engagement with children

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Music degree or relevant diploma

Job description

We are consistently ranked among the top performing schools both in London and the UK and are known for our ground-breaking initiatives in everything from biophilia and design thinking to the science of learning, and for our leading co-curricular programme.

Ours is an incredible community in which to teach, work and learn. With a focus on continued professional development, membership of leading organisations and a superb package of personal benefits provided by the GDST, this is an opportunity to play a role in a warm and inclusive organisation which has been a powerful voice in education for over 150 years.

Junior School Cello Peripatetic Teacher (Self employed) Required: Spring term
Salary: £270 for ten thirty-minute lessons each term

Line Manager: Junior School Director of Music
Closing date: Thursday 16 October 2025 at 9am
Interview date: Thursday 06 November 2025

• £27 for each 30 minute lesson (Junior school pupils)
• £14 for each shared lesson (Junior school pupils)

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and high-achieving peripatetic cello teacher to join the Music Department at Putney High, teaching cello to pupils in the Junior School. The job will currently require one day of teaching, ideally being a Wednesday or Thursday.

Music provides the heartbeat to life at Putney High School; it has a wonderfully vibrant and inclusive department, and pupils are passionate about music.

The curriculum is varied and stimulating, and there is a thriving, full co-curricular programme; pupils enjoy choirs, orchestras and ensembles, led predominantly by the Director of Music.

Approximately ninety percent of pupils learn a musical instrument from a flourishing team of visiting music teachers.

Regular performances take place throughout the school year, including the Carol Service, concerts, and productions.

The candidate will be a specialist in their instrument and arrange lessons for pupils of a wide range of ability, fostering a lifelong interest in making music. The successful candidate should be able to work with pupils from both beginner stage to advanced ABRSM grades.

Peripatetic Music staff

This is a part-time, flexible, term time self-employed agreement. Fees are paid direct by parents to the teacher.

The cello teacher will:

• Plan, prepare and teach lessons in accordance with Examination Board (ABRSM/Trinity) specifications;
• Ensure that all pupils are working at a level and pace appropriate to their ability;
• Prepare pupils for examinations and concerts as necessary;
• Liaise with parents regularly to review timetables and progress;
• Organise own timetable to ensure pupils rotate;
• Keep an accurate record of lessons delivered and attendance;
• Liaise with the Junior School Director of Music regarding progress and issues with any pupil in their charge;
• Be aware of and follow all School procedures regarding Child Protection and Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Risk Assessment;
• Any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Junior School Director of Music

Personal Profile

• A musical qualification (music degree or certificate/diploma relevant to their main instrument);
• Dynamic, effective teaching strategies that engage all learners;
• An enthusiasm for working with children of all ages;
• The desire to work as part of a team;
• A readiness to be flexible;
• Excellent organisational skills, reliability and punctuality;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Candidates should apply by submitting a completed Self Employed Information Record Form and Covering Letter via the following link: Job Vacancies in Private Education – The Girls’ Day School Trust. A CV is not required.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 16 October at 9am with interviews taking place on Thursday 06 November. However, early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing date if appropriate.

Putney High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

Putney High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.