Visiting Music Teacher (VMT) - Piano

Claremont Fan Court School; West End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent school in the West End is seeking enthusiastic and experienced visiting music teachers to deliver one-to-one piano lessons to pupils from year 1 upwards. This role requires individuals who can inspire and engage students across all musical abilities, upholding the school's values of inclusion and accessibility. Applicants must have proven experience teaching piano to grade 8 and a strong background in music. The position offers flexibility as it is self-employed with lesson contracts directly with parents.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience in teaching piano.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one piano lessons to pupils from year 1 upwards.
• Maintain a high standard of instruction that is engaging and accessible.

Skills

Proven experience teaching piano to grade 8

Strong background in music

Job description

Overview

Claremont Fan Court School is seeking enthusiastic and experienced visiting music teachers to deliver one-to-one piano lessons from year 1 upwards, starting as soon as possible. Visiting Music Teachers (VMTs) are self-employed, and the contract for provision of lessons is made directly between parents/carers and the VMT.

Approach and Values

We are looking for musicians who will uphold Claremont's values and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where music is accessible for all. VMTs are expected to deliver high quality, enjoyable lessons, inspiring and engaging pupils of all musical abilities across the Junior and Senior School.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one piano lessons to pupils from year 1 upwards, across the Junior and Senior School.
• Maintain a high standard of instruction that is engaging and accessible to pupils of varying musical abilities.
• Work as a visiting music teacher on a self-employed basis with lesson contracts made directly with parents/carers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching piano to grade 8.
• Strong background in music.

Important Dates and Application Process

Closing date: 9.00am on Thursday 2 October 2025. Early applications are encouraged, and interviews may be conducted ahead of the closing date if suitable.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunity

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The school may ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are spent unless protected under DBS filtering rules) to assess suitability to work with children.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are fully committed to creating and sustaining a positive and supportive working environment free from discrimination where staff feel valued and respected. We value individuality and diversity and believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.