School Organist and Organ Teacher. Job in Oakham Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Oakham is seeking a highly qualified organist to join its vibrant music department. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in school assemblies and performances while delivering organ tutoring to students. Applicants should have substantial teaching experience and a strong performance background, with the ability to inspire young musicians. An attractive remuneration package will be discussed during the interview.

Benefits

50% contribution to private health scheme

Free Westfield Healthcare

Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre

Free staff lunches in term-time

School fee discount for children of staff

Retail, gym, supermarket, cinema and restaurant discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health Services

Free annual flu jabs

Complimentary staff ticket to selected School performances

Discount at local coffee shop for staff

Qualifications

• Substantial teaching experience in organ tutoring.
• Strong track record as a performer in various musical settings.
• Ability to inspire young musicians of all ages and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Play for assemblies, services, choir rehearsals, and performances.
• Deliver organ tutoring to students preparing for concerts and exams.
• Involve in shaping the musical atmosphere of key events.

Skills

Teaching experience

Performance skills

Enthusiasm and warmth

Job description

The role

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.

What we offer:

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:

• 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.

For further details about this unique opportunity and to apply, please click the apply button.

Closing date: Wednesday 3 rd December 2025.

Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KSCiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.