Bagpipes tutor

Buckswood school motto is ‘Ad Vitam Paramus’ or ‘we prepare for life’, and our magical campus set on 40 acres of country estate, vineyard, stables and activity centre provide the perfect setting for passionate subject specialists to ignite the imaginations of our students. Join a school that likes to think outside of the box and inspire children to do the same.

Ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and able to perform and teach the bagpipes to our students.

KEY TASKS/MAIN DUTIES:

• Responsible for providing one to one teaching to individual pupils with the possibility of setting up ensembles.
• To take registers to record both attendance and non-attendance of pupils.
• To write reports on the progress of the students.
• To create a learning programme which meets the needs of the student, which is fun, enjoyable and develops the student’s musical abilities.

Personal Specification:

• Music degree, diploma or professional teaching qualification
• Proven track record of experience in teaching bagpipes
• To be able to prepare students for concerts, competitions and exams if required
• An ability to motivate, enthuse and influence with strong interpersonal skills

Candidates are invited to submit their CVs to the school, and if successful following an initial sift, will be required to submit a full school application form, before being shortlisted and invited to an interview.

Buckswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must also have the right to work in the UK with appropriate Visa if necessary.