Bassoon Peripatetic Teacher

Required: Autumn term

Salary: £360.50 for ten forty-minute lessons each term*

School oversight: Director of Music

Closing date: Monday 2nd June by 09:00 am

Interview date: Wednesday 10th June

*£36.50 for each 40 minute lesson (Senior school pupils), £27.81 for each 30 minute lesson (Junior school pupils), £14.42 for each shared lesson (Junior school pupils)

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and high‑achieving peripatetic bassoon teacher to join the Music Department at Putney High, teaching pupils in both the Junior and Senior School. The job will currently require one day of teaching and this comes with opportunity to grow the number of bassoon players in the school.

Music provides the heartbeat to life at Putney High Senior School; it has a wonderfully vibrant and inclusive department, and pupils are passionate about music. The curriculum is varied and stimulating, and there is a thriving, full co‑curricular programme; pupils enjoy choirs, orchestras and ensembles, led predominantly by the Director of Music. Approximately ninety percent of pupils learn a musical instrument from a flourishing team of visiting music teachers. Regular performances take place throughout the school year, including the Carol Service, concerts, and productions.

The candidate will be a specialist in their instrument and arrange lessons for pupils of a wide range of ability, fostering a lifelong interest in making music. The successful candidate should be able to work with pupils beyond Grade 8 standard.

Peripatetic Music staff

This is a part‑time, flexible, term‑time self‑employed agreement. Fees are paid direct by parents to the teacher. The bassoon teacher will:

• Plan, prepare and teach lessons in accordance with Examination Board (ABRSM/Trinity) specifications;
• Ensure that all pupils are working at a level and pace appropriate to their ability;
• Prepare pupils for examinations and concerts as necessary;
• Liaise with parents regularly to review timetables and progress;
• Organise own timetable to ensure pupils rotate;
• Keep an accurate record of lessons delivered and attendance;
• Liaise with the Senior Director of Music regarding progress and issues with any pupil in their charge;
• Write reports at the appropriate times (normally two reports per academic year);
• Be aware of and follow all School procedures regarding Child Protection and Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Risk Assessment;
• Perform any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Director of Music.

Personal Profile

• A musical qualification (music degree or certificate/diploma relevant to their main instrument);
• Dynamic, effective teaching strategies that engage all learners;
• An enthusiasm for working with children of all ages;
• The desire to work as part of a team;
• A readiness to be flexible;
• Excellent organisational skills, reliability and punctuality;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Applications

Candidates should apply by uploading a completed Self Employed Information Record Form and a separate Covering Letter. A CV is not required. Closing date for applications is Monday 2nd June with interviews taking place on Wednesday 10th June. However, early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing date if appropriate.

Putney High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. Putney High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.