Stringed Instrument Specialist And Educator

Grey High School; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Grey High School in Gqeberha (Eastern Cape) seeks an experienced Stringed Instrument Specialist and Educator to join our Music Department from Term 1 2027. This full-time SGB post for Grades 8 to 12 focuses on growing the Strings programme alongside the school’s broader cultural life.

Ideal candidates have advanced upper-string proficiency, knowledge of lower strings to Grade 6, relevant music qualifications, SACE registration, and a proven teaching and performance track record.

Qualifications

• Advanced competency in upper strings.
• Working knowledge of lower strings to Grade 6 level.
• Several years of teaching experience in music and strings.
• SACE registration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual tuition and lead String Ensemble activities.
• Conduct and supervise performances and examinations.
• Prepare students for external performance examinations.
• Coordinate tour excursions and Festival events.

Skills

Upper strings expert

String pedagogy

Piano accompaniment

Education

SACE registration

Relevant academic qualifications in music

Job description

Company Description: Grey High School is a leading educational institution recognized for excellence in academic, sporting, and cultural activities. The school uses English as the medium of instruction and offers admission on an equitable basis, irrespective of race or creed, while being mindful of existing education inequalities. Learners are supported in a happy, secure, and disciplined environment that respects individual dignity and encourages full development in mind, body, and spirit. Grey High School values its strong traditions and heritage while adapting to changing societal needs without compromising standards. The school is known for its competitive spirit and for consistently developing future leaders.

Grey High School is seeking an experienced and dynamic Stringed Instrument Specialist and Educator to join our Music Department from Term 1 2027.

This is a full-time SGB post for Grades 8 to 12, with the successful candidate contributing to the continued growth and development of the school’s existing Strings programme and the broader cultural and extracurricular life of the school.

We are looking for a candidate with:

• Advanced competency in upper strings
• Working knowledge of lower strings to a minimum Grade 6 level
• Appropriate academic qualifications
• SACE registration
• Relevant experience, good references and an established track record
• The ability to accompany at the piano would be an added advantage

Key responsibilities

include individual tuition, String Ensemble group training, conducting and performance, preparation for external performance examinations, and managing tour excursions and Festival events.