Peripatetic Music Teacher - Piano

About the role

Aldenham School provides a nurturing environment where quality learning takes place, and the needs of the individual child are fulfilled. Piano is taught in well-equipped music rooms. 

We seek an inspirational Piano Teacher Term Time Only (34 weeks).   Most of the pupils enter for Associated Board examinations that are held on site three times a year. Recital concerts and assemblies for our instrumentalists are held each term during the academic year.   

Responsibilities 
 

• Effectively liaise with the music administrator to arrange timetables for all pupils and instruments, and to be able to adapt these (often at short notice) in response to other activities/events taking place within the school 

• Communicate with parents during the year as appropriate 

• Write end of year reports for the pupils 

• Provide support in preparing the students for recitals and concerts 

• Provide opportunities for ensemble playing as appropriate 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wishes to be part of a highly vibrant music-making department.   

PERSON SPECIFICATION: 

Essential 

- Grade 8 ABRSM  

- Experience teaching the ABRSM syllabus. 
- Ability to demonstrate self-employed status. 

- Public Liability Insurance. 

Desirable 

- Additional professional qualifications. 

- An up-to-date knowledge of current effective teaching practices. 

- Evidence of comprehensive and continued professional development. 

- Experience of working collaboratively within a fast paced and demanding community. 

Terms and Conditions 

The successful candidate will be employed on a self-employed basis and billing of the parents is completed directly by the teacher.