School Organist and Organ Teacher

Uppingham School; Oakham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Oakham is seeking an experienced organist to enrich its vibrant music department. The role involves performing at assemblies and services, tutoring students, and actively participating in the school's musical life. Ideal candidates will possess significant teaching experience, a strong performance background, and a passion for inspiring young musicians. An attractive remuneration package, including accommodation, will be discussed during the interview.

Benefits

50% contribution to health scheme premiums

Free Westfield Healthcare

Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre

Free staff lunches during term-time

School fee discount for children

25% Holiday Club discount for children

Retail and restaurant discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health Services

Free annual flu jabs

Recognised as 'Disability Confident' employer

Complimentary staff ticket to selected performances

Discount at local coffee shop

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering organ tutoring to students of all ages and abilities.
• Ability to play for assemblies, services, and performances.
• Strong interpersonal skills to inspire young musicians.

Responsibilities

• Play a leading role in the full school Chapel service each week.
• Involve in daily musical life and accompany choirs in rehearsals.
• Shape the musical atmosphere for significant events throughout the year.

Skills

Substantial teaching experience

Track record as a performer

Enthusiasm and commitment

Job description

Uppingham School is seeking an experienced and highly qualified organist to join our vibrant and ambitious music department on a permanent basis. The school's musical life is rich and varied, with an exceptionally busy programme that includes orchestral, choral and chamber music activity, alongside a concert band, a jazz band, regular pupil recitals, an annual recital competition, concerto performances with professional ensembles, and a wide range of choirs. As School Organist, you will be closely involved in the daily musical life of the school, playing for assemblies and services and accompanying the Chamber and Chapel Choirs in rehearsals and performances. You will play a leading role in the full school Chapel service each week and play for major occasions throughout the year, including Advent and Christmas celebrations and the leavers' service. The Chapel organ is at the heart of the school's worship, and the organist plays an integral part in shaping the musical atmosphere of these events. Alongside your performance duties, you will have the chance to deliver organ tutoring to students of all ages and abilities, preparing them for concerts, workshops, examinations and scholarships. We are looking for an organist with substantial teaching experience, a strong track record as a performer and the enthusiasm, warmth and commitment needed to inspire young musicians of all ages and abilities. This is an ideal role for a personable musician, who would like to contribute fully to the life of our vibrant musical community.

An attractive remuneration package will be discussed for this role at interview, which will also include accommodation.

When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members. You will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:

What we offer

• 50% contribution to premiums for the School's private health scheme
• Free Westfield Healthcare
• Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre (£25 annual joining fee)
• Free staff lunches in term-time
• School fee discount for children of Uppingham staff
• 25% Holiday Club discount for children
• Retail, gym, supermarket, cinema and restaurant discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Services
• Free annual flu jabs
• Recognised as a "Disability Confident" employer
• Recognised as a "Mindful" employer
• Favourable rates and terms with local nursery
• Complimentary staff ticket to selected School performances
• Discount at local coffee shop for Uppingham staff.