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Peripatetic Music Teacher (Violin), Part Time

Peripatetic Music Teacher (Violin), Part Time

St Michael's Prep School

Otford, Kent, TN14 5RY

  • Expired
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Apply by:
7 May 2021

Job overview

St Michael’s Prep School is a co-educational day school with 460 children aged 2-13, rated as ‘Excellent’ by ISI in March 2017, enjoying a beautiful location, overlooking 90 acres of land. Our state-of-the-art Pre-Prep building sets each child on a learning journey that is rich, active and inspiring. Children continue into the Prep School, taught by a large number of specialist professionals who work throughout the school to provide a rich array of curricular and co-curricular opportunities.  

Due to increased demand and a thriving music department we are seeking to appoint an outstanding and inspirational violin specialist with a proven track record in delivering individual and group tuition to pupils between 5 – 13 years. We will require a teacher who is willing to take on approximately 1-2 days of teaching per week, including supporting or leading ensembles where required.  This will commence in September 2021.  Our peripatetic team enjoy working together on a wide range of creative projects therefore we are keen to hear from candidates who relish the opportunity to work collaboratively, developing ensembles in rehearsals, concerts and other school events as required.

Working in the music department, the successful candidate will be able to offer skilled instrumental teaching in violin and will be excited by the prospect of contributing fully to the extra-curricular life of the school, collaborating in chamber groups or larger string ensembles, including orchestra. The successful applicant must be able to motivate and inspire children of all ages and abilities to make good progress in their instrument, develop their musicianship and to foster in them a love of music across a range of styles. The ability to accompany your pupils in exams or concerts would be advantageous.

Our peripatetic teachers are self-employed. They invoice parents directly.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please send a completed application form (downloadable from our website) together with a covering letter in MS Word or PDF format only please, explaining why you are the ideal candidate. 


Please send an application letter to Kim D’Albertanson, HR Manager, at 

recruitment@stmichaels.kent.sch.uk


APPLICATION DEADLINE: Midday on 7th May 2021

INTERVIEW DATES: 14th May 2021


St Michael’s Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service including a barred list check.


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About St Michael's Prep School

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+44 1959 522137

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St Michael’s Prep is a non-selective coeducational school for 2-13 year olds. The school is set in a stunning 100 acre site and has some of the finest facilities in Kent.

Head

Nik Pears

Values and vision

Joy is at the heart of life at St Michael’s: the joy of our children, the joy of our community and the Joy and Wonder of Learning. St Michael’s is driven by a passionate belief in the value and power of learning: for children, for teachers, for parents and everyone who comes into contact with us.

St Michael’s is an inclusive school where each individual is known, valued and celebrated. We want our children to embrace each day and be inspired by their lessons and co-curricular activities.

We believe in providing a rounded education where children can pursue their passions, challenge themselves and enjoy a creative and innovative curriculum. We are continually looking for ways to improve our curriculum and facilities, making them more vibrant, inspiring and in step with our ever-changing world. Access to our 100 acre site plays an important role in the pupils’ learning and growth, developing them into mindful and knowledgeable citizens who will care for their environments throughout their lives.

Our growth mindset approach to teaching and learning ensures that every child understands the value of failure in their path to success. St Michael’s children are not afraid to get things wrong, or judgemental of others’ mistakes, and this is something they carry with them.

Our school motto: perseverantia, sapientia, gratia (perseverance, wisdom and gratitude) encapsulates our ethos of striving for success and using our skills to make a difference. These values are instilled daily throughout the St Michael’s journey.

We strongly believe that in order to teach our children about the importance of life-long learning, we must first model this ourselves. Our staff undergo regular professional development and parents are also invited to a range of workshops on relevant topics.

We are confident that when our pupils move on from St Michael’s, they will use the wisdom, skills and values that we taught them to make a positive change in the world.

ISI report

“Children’s personal and emotional development is outstanding. The children have learnt age appropriate independent skills. They feel safe, secure and happy, enabling them to make progress and be ready for the next stage of their learning. The excellent learning and care provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend. As the teaching is thoroughly planned based on children’s progress it is matched closely to their needs.”

View St Michael's Prep School's latest ISI report

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