Visiting Music Teacher of Cello

Bede's is looking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Cello to join our excellent team of visiting music teachers, working in a busy and thriving music department. The candidate will be required to teach Cello to diploma level, as well as be cognisant of a range of musical styles and be able to teach across the age range, especially from 13-18. 

An excellent degree from a reputable university or conservatoire is essential, as is the ability to have first-rate performing skills. The ability to work as part of a wider team is an important part of this appointment as the successful candidate will work in cooperation with the Director of Music, other music staff and the Performing Arts Administrators in timetabling lessons on a weekly basis. To prepare students for auditions, to coach and work with students preparing for school productions, music theatre opportunities and other external performing engagements.

Bede’s celebrates the importance of each child under our care being given the opportunity to enjoy a vibrant learning experience; we seek to develop a kind-hearted community in which we enhance the lives of those around us. The Teachers within the school are key to making this happen and to allowing pupils to find joy in their pursuit of brilliance.

The successful applicant will be offered a casual, fixed term contract for 1 year, with an opportunity to discuss the continuation at the end of the contract, the normal hours of work will vary from term to term.

Hourly Rate: £34.12 per hour

Bede’s offer a range of benefits including;

• A Real Living Wage Employer
• Competitive rates of pay
• Free use of School gym & pool facilities / discounted nationwide gym membership
• Eye care vouchers
• A generous company pension with salary sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking at the Senior School
• A free lunch provided each day & much more!

For further information please see the Job Description below.

To apply, please complete an Application Form and return it to recruitment@bedes.org with a covering letter.

Closing date: Friday 10th April 2024 at 8am.

Bede’s reserves the right to interview on application and appoint before the published closing date. We therefore encourage early applications.

Application Form

Job Description

Bede’s Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our pupils and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.