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VISITING HARP TEACHER

TES FE News

London

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 45,000

Full time

20 days ago

Job summary

A music education provider in London seeks a passionate Visiting Harp Teacher to instruct students from beginner to diploma levels. The successful candidate will create engaging lessons and contribute to the development of the Music Department. Responsibilities include teaching individual lessons, preparing students for performances, and maintaining lesson records. Suitable candidates will have a strong performing background and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

Professional musician with relevant performing experience.
Experience in teaching individual lessons.
Awareness of individual pupil needs.

Responsibilities

Teach 30-minute lessons tailored to individual pupils.
Encourage participation in public performances.
Keep up-to-date registers of lessons and progress.

Skills

Self-motivation

Ability to teach from beginner to diploma level

Engaging lesson delivery

Collaboration with music staff

Education

Relevant performing/teaching qualifications

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Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and able self-employed harp teacher, who will be fully committed to the work of the department and will contribute positively to its development. Working closely with the Director of Music, the post holder will be a professional musician with relevant performing/teaching qualifications and experience of teaching harp from beginner to diploma level. The post holder will teach individual lessons throughout the junior and senior schools.

The Music Department

The Music Department is a thriving and welcoming place where pupils are encouraged to embrace music in all styles as a means of self-expression and personal development.

Students in Year 7 have the opportunity to participate in an instrumental scheme, receiving free tuition on orchestral instruments and engaging in ensemble performances. The department runs a comprehensive programme of extracurricular activities including choirs, orchestras, wind, brass and swing bands. There are many performance opportunities for pupils at Colfe’s ranging from high-profile events in external venues to informal platform concerts and assemblies. We have also formed a partnership with Trinity Laban Conservatoire and are host a recital series to showcase their talented students, from which our pupils can take inspiration.

Our pupils have gained places in prestigious ensembles such as the National Children’s Orchestra and London Schools Symphony Orchestra and a number of students go on to study Music at university or conservatoires. Across the Junior and Senior Schools our peripatetic teachers teach approximately three hundred instrumental lessons per week. The department has an excellent record in ABRSM and Trinity exams, with the majority of pupils achieving a distinction or merit.

Main Duties

TEACHING AND LEARNING

Teach 30-minute lessons to individual pupils as requested by the Director of Music
Deliver inspirational and engaging lessons that demonstrate awareness of the individual ability and needs of each pupil
Liaise with Learning Support staff where appropriate to accommodate the specific requirements of SEN pupils
Prepare and encourage pupils to take part in public performances
Encourage pupils to participate in school ensembles according to their ability and progress
Prepare pupils for practical music examinations and liaise with the Music Administrator to enter pupils for ABRSM examinations
Direct and assist ensemble rehearsals as requested by the Director of Music

ADMINISTRATION

Keep an accurate and up-to-date register of lessons and pupil progress
Ensure that pupils are aware of their weekly practice requirements
Provide feedback to the Director of Music regarding pupil progress and any causes for concern (e.g. pupil attendance, lack of progress)
Maintain regular communication with parents, dealing with queries involving music lessons and other musical issues promptly and professionally
Write reports once a year on each pupil’s work and progress

Professional Responsibilities

Attend compulsory INSET training at the beginning of the academic year
Work in accordance with school’s policies and procedures as detailed on the school’s website and as set out in the Staff Handbook, ensuring compliance with the School’s Code of Conduct, the Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection procedures, the school’s Health and Safety policy and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
Be a role model to pupils through personal presentation, dress and professional conduct
Any other duties as reasonably requested by the Director of Music

Application procedure

The recruitment process will require all applicants to complete an application form, accompanied by a letter of application, current CV and details of two referees, who will be contacted prior to interview, in accordance with the School’s Safer Recruitment procedures. There will be an interview, task and lesson observation for short listed candidates.

The application may be submitted either electronically, to: recruitment@colfes.com or by post, to: Mrs A Ross, Human Resources, Colfe’s School, Horn Park Lane, London SE12 8AW

Applications should be sent as soon as possible and by Noon Thursday 28 August at the latest. Colfe’s reserves the right to appoint to this post before the closing date if necessary and we would therefore very much encourage early applications.

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