Visiting Music Teacher (Brass)

Package Description

Location: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and Prep

Responsible to: Director of Music

Salary: To be discussed at interview

Job Introduction

As a Visiting Music Teacher, you will be required to work with the Director of Music, School Office and Prep SMT for the benefit of the school community. You will need to liaise with these staff regarding timetabling, pupil lists, exam organisation and preparation, and to support pupils, as appropriate, for school events. You will also be expected to contribute to the wider musical life of the school, through ensemble coaching, workshops, or enrichment activities as required.

Please submit your application by the 22nd May 2026. Should you wish to complete an offline application form, or should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR team via [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Main Responsibilities

• Planning, preparation and delivery of individual music lessons.
• Recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of students.
• To communicate effectively with pupils and parents, as well as colleagues.
• Preparing students for ABRSM music examinations.
• Promoting the general progress and well-being of individual students, and groups of students.
• Assisting with the co-ordination and organisation of School performances for concerts and events, where required, and in relation to leading ensembles.

Please see the attached job description for a full list of responsibilities and duties.

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong subject knowledge and experience of teaching high quality individual lessons for French horn, trombone and trumpet.
• Good teamwork skills, and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Display a working knowledge of the ABRSM exam guidelines, syllabus requirements.
• Inspire musical curiosity and creativity by fostering a positive, encouraging learning environment that supports pupils’ artistic development.
• Ability to motivate and engage pupils of varying abilities, including beginners through to advanced players.
• Flexibility and adaptability in response to timetable changes or pupil needs.

Please see the attached job description for further detail.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is the ancient capital of Mercia, and the School, founded in 1557 from a bequest from Sir John Port of Etwall, was established on the site of a 7th century Anglo-Saxon Benedictine abbey and latterly a 12th century Augustinian priory and the School today incorporates many of the original buildings from the estate.

The School has over one thousand pupils across the Prep and Senior School, making it large enough to achieve excellence in and out of the classroom, yet small enough for individuals to grow and succeed. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] have always enjoyed a very close relationship and in 2020, the schools became a through-school.

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], each pupil, whether day or boarding, is a member of a House. Academic standards are high and creative activities, including music, art, drama and design, flourish. The School has a national profile in sport, in particular in football, hockey, cricket and swimming. Our pupils thrive both in and out of the classroom and they develop the skills, qualities and values that will lead to a successful life.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] was one of the first British schools to set up overseas schools with the establishment of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Dubai in 2007, and the development of a community of international schools is key to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] future vision. Currently, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has schools in Dubai (2), Abu Dhabi (2), China, and Egypt, with plans to open a further four more over the next few years. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] also includes five schools in the UK ([Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], St Wystan’s, Vinehall and Marlborough House) with the ambition to grow its UK family of schools.

Attached Documents

• Visiting Music Teacher Brass - September 2026.pdf