Peripatetic Music Teacher

Borough of Waltham Forest; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A London borough council is seeking passionate musicians to deliver high quality music education for children in Waltham Forest. The role involves delivering instrumental and vocal tuition, engaging in concerts, and promoting an inclusive learning environment. Candidates must be outstanding musicians, with flexibility and professionalism in teaching. This part-time position offers a pay range of £22.95 - £34.43 per hour, making it a rewarding opportunity to inspire the next generation through music.

Qualifications

• Outstanding musician able to perform to a high standard on one or more instruments.
• Commitment to inspiring and nurturing the next generation with flexibility and professionalism.
• Teaching experience across a range of settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instrumental / vocal tuition in schools and at Music School.
• Engage in concerts, events, and projects as required.
• Work within best practice safeguarding and child protection.

Skills

Experience Working With Students

Time Management

Classroom Management

Behavior Management

Lesson Planning

Special Needs

Teaching

Education

Degree in music or music education

Job description

About Us

Bursting with culture energy and opportunity the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused insight-led digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.

About the role

Waltham Forest Music Service is seeking to appoint passionate pioneering and inspirational musicians and music educators to deliver high quality music education and opportunities for children and young people in the London Borough of Waltham Forest.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver instrumental / vocal tuition within Waltham Forest schools and at Music School and promote quality and equality in the provision of services.
• Participate and engage in concerts events and projects as required.
• Understand and work within best practice safeguarding and child protection.
• Demonstrate understanding tolerance and empathy.
• Understand different learning styles and be welcoming of difference and the differences in behaviours and the way young people engage.
• Take an inclusive approach to group / class management.
• Inspire young people through music.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Be an outstanding musician able to perform to a high standard on one or more instruments (including voice and music technology).
• Be committed to inspiring and nurturing the next generation with flexibility and professionalism.
• A degree in music or music education is desirable but not essential; a commitment to learning and development is essential.
• Teaching experience across a range of settings is desirable but an open and adaptible approach is essential.

Terms and Conditions

• Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks.
• Satisfactory declaration of interest.
• This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and / or vulnerable adults.
• Satisfactory DBS check.
• Public authority requirement for fluent spoken English for effective performance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the Apply button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: Promoting equality of opportunity, Opposing all forms of discrimination intolerance and disadvantage, Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels, Providing fair appropriate accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.

Key Skills

• Experience Working With Students
• Time Management
• Classroom Management
• Algebra
• Behavior Management
• Lesson Planning
• Special Needs
• Teaching
• Dancing

Employment Type: Part-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Salary: Hourly 22.95 - 34.43