Job Description

Required: Immediately

Status: Self-employed

Fees: \xc2\xa346/hour

We are seeking a skilled violinist with first-rate teaching and communication skills to join our team of self-employed Visiting Music Teachers as soon as possible, and to play a key role in developing our pupils\xc2\xbf musical talents and potential. Experience of working with Senior and Prep age groups, offering a range of genres and success in preparing students for grade examinations, GCSE and A Level will be advantageous.

We envisage being able to offer a day\xc2\xbfs worth of work in the first instance, depending on candidates\xc2\xbf availability. Additional opportunities to increase the teaching timetable and to be involved with accompanying and/or coaching some chamber music may be available for the right candidates.

Music at Sydenham High School is vibrant, exciting and enjoying a renaissance. We aim to provide a platform for all our musicians to perform, be that as a soloist or as a member of one of our many ensembles. As well as the dedicated Music School, Sydenham High School has its own purpose-built Recital Hall with access to professional sound recording equipment. An adventurous and forward-looking programme of concerts and events is in place for each term, with pupils engaging regularly with professional musicians, as well as performing in professional venues outside the School.

Sydenham High School, established in 1887, is an independent day school for girls from 4-18 with over 720 pupils. The School is part of the Girls\xc2\xbf Day School Trust (GDST), the largest independent school group in the UK. It is at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.

For additional information, please contact hr@syd.gdst.net or the School Office on 0208 557 7000.

We reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process so early applications are encouraged. Applications will be considered on receipt and should be received no later than 12pm on Friday 22 September 2023.

References for shortlisted candidates will be taken before interview.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included

GDST are committed to the safeguarding of and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches, and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Vacancy ID : 030707 Closing Date : 22-Sep-2023
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Girls\' Day School Trust