Visiting Music Teacher - Harp

UPPINGHAM SCHOOL; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Visiting Harp Teacher to join its vibrant Music Department. You will teach students across all levels, preparing them for graded examinations and fostering their musical growth. The role is flexible and offers a range of benefits including health contributions and discounts on nursery fees. This is a unique opportunity for dedicated educators.

Benefits

50% Contribution towards private health scheme

Discount on School fees

25% Discount on holiday club fees

Westfield healthcare

Free staff lunches during term-time

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience teaching students of varying abilities.
• Ability to prepare students for graded examinations and performances.
• Expert guidance for orchestras, competitions, and Music College entry.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of students and styles as a Visiting Harp Teacher.
• Provide thirty lessons per year for each pupil with flexibility.
• Support students' technical and musical development.

Skills

Teaching a range of musical styles

Supporting technical musical development

Preparing students for examinations

Experience with orchestras

Job description

Uppingham School is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Visiting Harp Teacher to contribute to a vibrant Music Department with a long-established reputation for artistic excellence.

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 a Visiting Harp Teacher, you will teach students of all levels and abilities in an array of styles, preparing students for graded examinations, GCSE and A Level performances, as well as participation in events such as workshops, masterclasses and school concerts. You will be responsible for supporting the technical and musical development of harpists from complete beginners through to post-Diploma level, offering expert guidance to help students prepare for orchestras, performances, competitions, examinations and potential Music College entry.

Teachers are contracted to provide thirty lessons per year for each pupil. However, there is an element of flexibility required in the role, and the number of lessons taught may change on a termly basis. For those living more than 20 miles away from Uppingham, a mileage allowance is available to cover travel for each full teaching day.

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 towards premiums for the School’s private health scheme
• Discount on School fees
• Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham
• 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham staff
• Westfield healthcare
• Westfield Rewards which give discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• In house Occupational Health Service
• Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)
• Free staff lunches during term-time
• Free annual Flu vaccinations
• Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer
• Recognised as a “Mindful” employer

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

Closing date: Friday, 5th December 2025.

We reserve the right to close this early should we find a suitable candidate.

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.