Dunottar School - Peripatetic Violin Teacher for September 2023

The Music Department

The Music Department has experienced rapid growth in recent years, with an increasing number of children involved in musical performances. The school teaches Music to both GCSE and A-Level, and offers a wide range of co-curricular music groups including Training Orchestra, choir, and the award-winning Dunottar Chamber Ensemble. The department works closely with the Drama Department, especially with the annual school musical, which is always a highlight of the year.

The Music Department is set in the bespoke Castle Building, with a 520-seat theatre, five purpose-built practice rooms and a drama studio.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational musician to teach the violin in our department to Dunottar School students during the school day.

The successful candidate would relish the opportunity to join our successful and friendly Music Department and would make a significant contribution to the co-curricular activities on offer. We are looking for someone with an ability to stimulate curiosity and interest in music and who is prepared to give full commitment to the aims and ethos of the department and Dunottar School.

The successful candidate will share our passion for developing the work of the department and sharing good practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach violin lessons to pupils with a range of abilities, tailoring your approach to each student
• Prepare pupils for exams with ABRSM, Trinity or equivalent (the school hosts examinations with several boards each term)
• Prepare pupils for performances, such as concerts and recitals
• Show a willingness to support school ensembles and prepare group pieces for concerts
• Enable pupils to build their confidence in aural skills and knowledge of music theory
• Demonstrate excellent organisation skills by preparing a teaching timetable in accordance with school guidelines
• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents, other peripatetic teachers and Music Department staff
• Communicate pupils’ progress to parents and the Director of Music regularly
• Actively encourage pupils to participate in school ensembles such as Chamber Ensemble, Training Orchestra and choir.
• Maintain high professional standards of dress code, punctuality and politeness

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and the post holder may perform other duties reasonably required by the Headmaster. The School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage during the recruitment process.