Visiting Music Teacher (Viola)

We have an exciting opportunity to appoint an exceptional Visiting Music Teacher (Viola), starting in September 2024. Visiting Music Teachers work under the guidance of the Director of Music, assisted by the Heads of Faculty and Music Administrator to provide the best possible instrumental tuition and to promote musical activity throughout the College. 

Music has been central to life at Winchester ever since its foundation in 1382 when William of Wykeham made provision for 16 choirboys, Quiristers, who still provide the treble line for the Chapel Choir. The Music Department is now one of the leading departments in the country, offering outstanding opportunities to musical pupils. 

Music is an important activity in the lives of most Wykehamists: two thirds of the pupils learn an instrument, while many learn two or three. There are over 700 individual instrumental lessons given each week by visiting staff of over 50 specialist teachers as well as eight highly experienced full-time staff. Pupils can study music at IGCSE and A-level, and many go on to read music at university. 

About Winchester College 

Winchester College is a boarding and day school of over 700 pupils. In September 2022, the College welcomed 40 day boys and girls into the Sixth Form, and will continue to do so over time, expanding the entry each year to include girl boarders in due course. 

Situated in the heart of Winchester and within easy reach of London, there are few schools in the world which can claim to be as historic, distinguished, and beautiful as Winchester College. 

Terms and Applications 

The hourly rate for this position is £50.03 (excluding any pension deduction). 

It is a zero hours’ position, and the post holder will be offered work when it is available; the amount of work offered may vary. 

Benefits include access to on-site sports facilities and free staff lunches during term-time. 

If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk 

Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. 

Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive.

Winchester College reserves the right to close the application process early should a suitable candidate be found. 

Closing date for applications: 9 am, Friday 10 May 2024. 

Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 14 May 2024. 

Diversity and Inclusion 

Winchester College is a truly international community that celebrates everyone’s individuality, talents and potential and offers regular training and career development opportunities. We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We work hard to create a culture where different perspectives are valued and our staff feel valued for their individuality, and share a sense of belonging. Our aim is to reflect the diverse nature of society and of our pupil body. 

Safeguarding 

Winchester College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. Staff will receive appropriate safeguarding training which is regularly updated. 

Sustainability 

Both staff and pupils at Winchester College are committed to being the most sustainable school possible. You can learn more about our goal of creating a more sustainable school here:

A More Sustainable School (winchestercollege.org)

Further information 

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Rafael Bolivar, Head of Strings, rlb@wincoll.ac.uk 

Further information about the school can be found at www.winchestercollege.org 

(No agencies please)