Trombone Teacher (VMT)
Tormead School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Part Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- Start of summer term or sooner if possible
- Apply by:
- 3 February 2023
Job overview
We are looking to appoint a Visiting Trombone Teacher (VMT) to join our exceptional school.
The successful applicant will be an experienced and enthusiastic Trombone Teacher who will have the initiative and ability to inspire and motivate pupils, building on the successes of our department and contributing to its further development. They will work with pupils across the Prep and Senior Schools and will be comfortable teaching from beginner to advanced level.
Currently we have approximately one short morning (2.5 hours) of teaching available however this may increase. We are looking to promote and grow the trumpet within school, and for the right candidate, there is also the opportunity to direct our senior school brass ensemble.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be a passionate teacher and a committed team player.
- Plan and deliver inspiring instrumental lessons which allow students to make excellent progress.
- Be an excellent communicator with pupils, parents and staff.
- Be able to inspire all pupils from Reception to A-Level.
- Be an excellent performer.
- Contribute towards the music department through seeking out and delivering special opportunities to increase uptake and nurture those already learning.
- Meet the individual needs of students according to ability and experience, grouping students in same/similar ability lessons.
- Prepare students for external music examinations and for school-based performances.
- Provide updates as necessary around student attendance to lessons.
- Whilst at work, to take reasonable care for own health & safety and others who may be affected by their work and to co-operate with the governing body and its management to enable them to maintain a safe and healthy workplace.
To apply for this role please complete the application and equal opportunities form found on the website along with an accompanying letter addressed to Mr David Boyd (Head) and send to recruitment@tormeadschool.org.uk
Closing date: 9am, Friday 3 February 2023.
we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should the right candidate be found.
It is anticipated that interviews will take place w/c Monday 6 February.
Tormead School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of its pupils and all staff must share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other Child Protection screening including checks with past employers. The post holder must adhere to the School’s Child Protection Policy at all times including attending mandatory training every three years.
Independent Day School for Girls 4-18 years Tormead School, Cranley Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 2JD www.tormeadschool.org.uk
A member of The Girls Schools Association (GSA)
About Tormead School
About the School
Tormead is a 4 to 18 GSA girls’ day school on an attractive site in Guildford. Building developments over the past ten years have transformed the School. The gracious original features of the building have been retained within the stunning new developments. Academic standards are consistently high, and the School has more girls applying than it has places for at 11+. A number arrive in Reception and stay through to Sixth Form; others arrive from a large range of state and independent schools at 11+.
Having participated in a dynamic careers programme, Sixth Formers progress to a wide range of courses at established universities, as well as take up prestigious apprenticeships. The School achieved ‘excellent’ in both parts of its last ISI inspection. Our commitment to IT innovation has led us to achieve the status of becoming an Apple Distinguished School.
Tormead values individuality, celebrates a diversity of achievement and encourages girls to follow their own dreams. Girls come to understand the importance of service and community amidst mutual support. Academic and extra-curricular pursuits offer challenge and breadth for everyone.
Underpinning this is a wholehearted commitment to the wellbeing of the girls. Highly responsive in the face of the constant, shifting challenges for young people, pastoral care at the School ensures the girls leave ready to achieve sustainable success in higher education and beyond.
Our Values:
- We treat everyone with respect and dignity.
- We deliver academic excellence.
- We enrich through a broad and varied curriculum.
- We celebrate effort and achievement.
- We bring out the best in our girls.
- We prepare our girls for life beyond school.
Leadership:
The Head leads the whole school with the support of a leadership team in the Senior School and one in the Prep School. The Executive Group consists of the Head, Bursar, Head of Prep School, Deputy Head (Academic), Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Deputy Head (External Relations). The Senior Management Team also includes the Assistant Head (Director of Studies), Assistant Head (Teaching & Learning) and Assistant Head (Co-Curricular). The Prep School Senior Leadership Team consists of the Head of Prep School, Deputy Head, Head of KS1 and Director of Studies.
School Structure:
The general pattern in the Prep School is one form in Reception to Year 2 and two forms in Years 3 to 6. In the Senior School, there are approximately 100 girls in each year. In Year 7, about 40 girls arrive from the Prep School and about 50 come from a wide variety of state and independent schools.
Pastoral:
Tormead has a well-deserved reputation for excellent pastoral care. Relationships between staff and girls and between girls of different ages are warm and strong. The atmosphere is one of respectful informality, where thoughtful behaviour is based on the School values, rather than lengthy rules and punishments. The House system strengthens cross-age group relationships and involves several much-anticipated annual events such as the House Fashion and Dance competition. There are many avenues of pastoral support for the girls with Form Tutors and Heads of Year, overseen by the Deputy Head (Pastoral), as well as two qualified school counsellors, two trained healthcare staff and three pupil wellbeing support staff.
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