Sessional Music Teacher

TES FE News; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A preparatory school in Tonbridge is seeking an enthusiastic Sessional Music Teacher to provide one-on-one singing lessons. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in music, teaching experience, and a commitment to student development. Additional responsibilities include lesson planning, progress reporting, and contributing to the school’s cultural life. This role requires a passion for music education and a flexible teaching approach.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching music in a school environment.
• Experience working with children who have Special Educational Needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach a varied program in reading music notation, instrumental technique, and musical awareness.
• Plan lessons based on the specific needs of each pupil.
• Record and share progress with pupils and parents.

Skills

Teaching music

Good organisational skills

Effective communication

Use of IT

Education

Appropriate music qualification

Teaching qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Hilden Grange School is a co-educational preparatory day school for children aged 3-13 years. The school was founded in 1929 and is now part of Inspired Education. At Hilden Grange we are dedicated to giving our children a broad and balanced education in a supportive and stimulating environment where every child’s potential can be realised in academic, creative, physical and spiritual areas. Pupils strive for high standards, both inside and outside the classroom, they take pride in their achievements and enjoy participating wholeheartedly in the life of the school

We are now looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Sessional Music Teacher. This is a sessional role, to start as soon a possible, which will involve teaching singing on a 1-1 basis.

We reserve the right to close the advert early, if a suitable candidate is appointed and therefore we encourage early application.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times in accordance with school protocols and procedures as outlined in the Staff Handbook

Teach a varied programme that gives a good grounding in:

Basics in reading music notation

Instrumental technique

Musical language and understanding

Aural and rhythm awareness

Have a flexible approach to instrumental tuition

Plan and prepare lessons for the specific needs of each pupil

Prepare and enter pupils for graded examination (where appropriate)

Assist with monitoring by: keeping an up-to-date register provided by the Head of Music; assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of pupils each week

Record the pupil’s progress each lesson and share with the boys their strengths and targets

Under guidance, contribute to the cultural life of the school by supporting extra-curricular performances and rehearsals

Liaise closely with parents and contact them regularly to provide feedback and address any issues or concerns

Attend all teaching dates agreed with the Director of Music

Dress professionally and appropriately and refer to the dress code in the Staff Handbook

Arrive at school in good time to start the first lesson and photocopy materials outside lesson time.

Never leave pupils unsupervised during their lesson

Leave teaching rooms tidy, returning any equipment used to its rightful place

Lessons to contain a variety of activities and utilise a range of teaching methods/strategies.

Plan a series of lessons that build on prior attainment and meet the needs of individual pupils, with information regarding SEN pupils shared

Qualifications –

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

Appropriate music qualification

Teaching qualification would be beneficial

Experience –

Experience of teaching music in a school environment

Experience of working with children who have Special Educational Needs

Skills –

Use an appropriate range of teaching and learning strategies

A confident and competent user of IT

Good organisational skills

Good interpersonal skills/effective communicator

Knowledge –

Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding issues

Personal competencies & Qualities –

A strong commitment to effective learning and teaching

Determination to ensure that every pupil fulfils their potential at whatever level

To be prepared to enter fully and whole-heartedly into the life of the school

Evidence of being a strong team member

Enthusiasm and a positive outlook

Positive attitude towards professional development and their own learning

To understand the importance of providing equal opportunities regarding the religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background of all children