Peripatetic Woodwind Teacher

La Retraite; Greater London; On-site; GBP 5,500 - 6,200; Part time

Job summary

La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls’ School in London seeks an outstanding Woodwind Teacher who can inspire students from beginner to advanced levels and develop their technical and musical understanding. The post involves leading the Wind Ensemble, working with Year 7–13, and delivering tailored, engaging lessons.

It is on a self-employed basis, 6 hours per week, during term time, with day(s) to be agreed. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s high standards and provide

Qualifications

• Experience teaching one or more woodwind instruments.
• Ability to teach students from Year 7 to Year 13.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Wind Ensemble and develop students' ensemble skills.
• Provide opportunities for performances within and beyond the school.

Skills

Woodwind teaching

Job description

Closing date: 12 noon on Thursday, 8 th October 2026

Interviews: 15 th October 2026

La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls’ School is an ambitious, collaborative, diverse and dynamic school where innovative teaching and learning are the norm, and everyone’s talents and aspirations are recognised, developed, and rewarded.

We are looking for an outstanding Woodwind Teacher who is able to inspire and develop students from beginner to advanced level. The successful candidate should have experience teaching one or more woodwind instruments and be able to support students in developing their technical skills, musical understanding, confidence and performance abilities.

The successful candidate will be comfortable teaching students from Year 7 toYear 13and be interested in developing the role of woodwind within the wider Music Department.

The post holder will also be expected to lead the school’s Wind Ensemble, supporting students to develop their ensemble skills and musical confidence and providing opportunities for students to perform both within and beyond the school.

The post holder will be engaged on a self-employed basis and be expected to be available for 6 hours per week, term time only. The actual specific day of the week to be worked will be agreed with the successful applicant.

La Retraite is underpinned by the commitment of staff. By joining our team, you join a team of dedicated, like-minded, passionate colleagues in a welcoming staff body, and our Catholic ethos welcomes students and staff of all faiths and none. If you believe you can add to our outstanding team, we would love to hear from you.

La Retraite R.C Girls’ School is committed to Safer Recruitment and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.