Visiting Music Teacher - Recorder

Scottish Council of Independent Schools; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Visiting Music Teacher (Recorder) to join their team from January 2026. This role involves providing weekly lessons and supporting students' musical development with the opportunity to participate in school performances. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and a passion for music education, along with a strong communication and organizational skill set.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Recorder from primary to S6.
• Track record of teaching music effectively.
• Ability to give feedback and maintain relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly individual Recorder lessons.
• Give feedback and complete annual reports for parents.
• Support exam candidates as needed.
• Contribute to school performances.
• Maintain relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Follow Music Department guidelines.

Skills

Outstanding performing practitioner

Successful teaching experience with young people

Knowledge of ABRSM/TCL repertoire

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant teaching qualifications

Music degree or equivalent

Job description

The Edinburgh Academy is seeking to expand the bank of self‑employed Visiting Music Teachers (VMTs); specifically, an experienced and enthusiastic Recorder Teacher from January 2026. We anticipate this will require a commitment of one day of teaching per week with the opportunity to grow this if desired.

We welcome applications from well‑qualified music graduates with relevant teaching qualifications and/or experience, with a proven track record in teaching pupils from primary to S6. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic person with a passion to develop the Recorder programme at The Edinburgh Academy. Teaching can be situated across both sites of the Academy, Arboretum and Henderson Row.

The Academy sets a minimum charge for lessons and requires the VMT to pay a Facility Charge for the use of resources within the School. As a self‑employed VMT, there is a direct relationship between the VMT and parent and the VMT is responsible for invoicing parents directly in respect of their agreed tuition fees.

The VMT may have the opportunity for group coaching, or be required throughout the year to support school rehearsals or competitions such as Carol Services and other School concerts. Such involvement would be remunerated at the hourly rate for that year.

Conditions of Appointment

The appointment will be subject to interview and audition, satisfactory references, verification of identity and proof of qualifications.

Child Protection

The Edinburgh Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and PVG Disclosure Scotland.

Equal Opportunities

The school is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications for this post from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, race or sexual orientation.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide weekly individual Recorder lessons as directed by the Head of Wind Brass and Percussion
• Give regular, informative feedback to students on their progress, and complete an annual written report for parents
• Support exam candidates as required
• Contribute to school and external performances
• Maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
• Follow the guidelines and expectations of the Music Department

Ideal Candidate

• Is an outstanding performing practitioner
• Has proven success in teaching young people
• Has thorough knowledge of repertoire, including that required for ABRSM/TCL exams
• Is a prompt and effective communicator, in person and by email
• Has excellent organisational skills
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and can work effectively as part of a team

Package Description

Our bank of Visiting Music Teachers (VMTs) allows us to offer an impressive array of musical opportunities for our students.

VMTs have a direct billing relationship with the parents / guardians of their students. The School sets a minimum charge for lessons and applies a Facility Charge for use of the resources within the School.

The School believes that music can play an important part in the education of young people. The Music Departments at both Schools comprise a Head or Director of Music as well as a curricular music teacher. There is also a Head of Strings and a Head of Wind, Brass and Percussion that work across both Schools to support the various bands, groups, orchestras, ensembles and choirs as well as teach their respective instruments.

Both our Junior and Senior School campuses are ideally situated in the Stockbridge area, with the Junior School located next to the Botanic Gardens and the Senior School at Henderson Row. Visiting Music Teachers are welcomed into the School community and given the use of the School's resources and facilities as above.