Music Cover Teacher - Surrey

Sing Education Limited; Esher; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard day rate

Club day rate

Winter bonus

Job summary

Sing Education in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate musician with a music degree to deliver our singing-led, whole-class curriculum to pupils from Nursery to Year 6. Roles are term-time, Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 4.30 pm, with cover days booked in advance and occasional short-notice opportunities.

Enhanced DBS is required and training is provided. You will lead assemblies, run choirs and clubs using ready-made plans and collaborate closely with school staff and Sing Education

Qualifications

• University graduate with a degree in music or related field.
• Strong English skills in spoken and written form.
• Ability to lead singing and assemblies in a classroom setting.
• Familiarity with the National Curriculum for music.
• Proficient with ICT and online systems such as G Suite.

Responsibilities

• Deliver our singing-led, whole-class music lessons from Nursery to Year 6 using provided lesson plans.
• Conduct singing assemblies and lead choirs and clubs, with plans supplied by Sing Education.
• Collaborate with school staff and Sing Education admin; ensure clear handovers after each cover day.
• Participate in team training and induction sessions to integrate into Sing Education ethos.

Skills

Vocal skills

English proficiency

Keyboard basics

Curriculum knowledge

Team communication

Education

Degree in music or related field

Tools

G Suite

Job description

Job Description

Unlock Your Potential with Sing Education

At Sing Education, we’re not just recruiting musicians — we’re looking for inspiring role models. If you’re a passionate musician with a degree in music (or a related field like musical theatre or music education) and you’re excited to share the power of music with the next generation, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and turn your talent into impact — sparking confidence, creativity and joy in young people through music every day.

What Sets Us Apart:

Sing Education stands at the forefront of music education. We're committed to sourcing and training the finest music teachers and developing cutting-edge teaching resources. Our mission is to inspire every child with the joy and transformative power of music, creating collective harmony both in and beyond the classroom.

Requirements

Availability: We're looking for musicians who can offer their time and talent for short-term and longterm cover assignments, Monday-Friday, during term time, from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. Flexibility to accept assignments on short notice (informed by 7.30 am or the afternoon before, wherever possible) and to pre-book cover dates is essential.

Certification: All applicants must possess or be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, facilitated by Sing Education, to ensure our commitment to child safety and trust.

The Teaching: You'll deliver our signature singing-led, whole-class curriculum music lessons from Nursery to Year 6, utilising cover lesson plans provided by Sing Education. Your role also includes conducting singing assemblies and leading choirs and clubs, with plans provided for seamless execution.

Communication & Collaboration: A successful cover day concludes with a brief handover to the Sing Education admin team. Professional and clear communication is vital, as you'll be representing Sing Education within our partner schools. Moreover, your journey begins with engaging in our comprehensive team training and induction sessions, including online and in-person training, to fully integrate into the Sing Education ethos.

Benefits

Standard Day: £140 per cover day (8.30am - 3.30pm)

Club Day: £160 per day for any assignment that includes a before or after-school club (starting at 7:30am OR finishing at 4:30pm)

Winter Bonus Scheme: To acknowledge the challenges of last-minute assignments during the colder months, a £25 bonus is added to your daily rate for same-day shifts accepted during November to February.

Requirements

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 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