Visiting Teacher of Viola and Violin

The Opportunity

Position: VT of Viola and Violin (Maternity Cover)

Location: On site, Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3BA

Hours: The number of lessons will depend on demand and cannot be guaranteed. Initially, there will be one viola pupil, two violin pupils and a weekly training orchestra support role. There will also be opportunities to undertake occasional paid playing in school concerts.

The closing date for this position will be Thursday 5th March at 8:00am

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made; applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Visiting Teacher of Viola and Violin to support the Music Department on a maternity cover basis.

Main responsibilities include:

• To stimulate and foster enthusiasm for Violin playing within the school
• Prepare lessons taking account of the pupils’ abilities
• Identify and encourage each pupil to realise their potential
• Employing good subject knowledge, become fully acquainted with the appropriate specifications and exam boards and carry out the requirements thereof
• Keep abreast of developments in your music teaching

To be considered for this position, we are looking for the following:

• An outstanding viola and violin player
• An experienced teacher of viola and violin
• Excellent subject knowledge
• A clear understanding of music examination boards, including ABRSM and Trinity

For full details of the essential criteria, please see the person specification in the candidate brochure.

What We Offer:

• Additional benefits: free lunch, free onsite parking, use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times)
• Pension scheme membership (including life cover)

Applicants should be aware that all email communication with HR will be sent via E-teach. We recommend that you check your emails and E-teach account regularly.