Visiting Music Instructor – Cello - Required In Unique Central London Location
St Paul's Cathedral School
EC4M 9AD
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- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 21 October 2021
Job overview
This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic person to join one of the UK’s most vibrant and successful prep school music departments. The school is co-educational from Reception to Year 8, of 260 pupils. Among them are the boy choristers of St Paul’s Cathedral. Music permeates the whole life of the school and is central to our ethos.
Following the retirement of the current post holder after 27 years’ service, we are seeking an outstanding 'cello teacher to teach individual lessons to pupils aged 5-13. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic about teaching and learning, keen to continue to develop their own pedagogy and have the drive to develop their pupils, from complete beginners to grade 8 standard. Experience of both individual and ensemble teaching at this age group is desirable.
The anticipated schedule is approximately 1 full day per week, or 2 shorter days.
The School is set in the grounds of the iconic St Paul’s Cathedral and is a successful, happy and supportive place to work. Our Music Department’s exceptional reputation is built upon (but not exclusive to) the professional standards set by our world-famous Cathedral choir. If you have highly effective teaching skills, the ability to inspire, empower and motivate students and an enjoyment of working, particularly with young people, we would welcome your application.
Further information about the school can be found at: http://www.spcslondon.com
Please complete the application form online through TES by clicking Quick Apply. If you have any questions, please contact the Director of Music for more information.
The Director of Music, St Paul’s Cathedral School, 2 New Change. London. EC4M 9AD.
directorofmusic@spcs.london.sch.uk
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 1st November. We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date so early applications are encouraged.
St Paul’s Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Baring Service.
About St Paul's Cathedral School
St Paul’s Cathedral School is a co-educational, Church of England, independent preparatory day school for around 250 children aged 4-13, located in the City of London. It has boarding provision for St Paul’s Cathedral boy choristers, who sing daily at the cathedral, from the age of seven. From September 2023, girl choristers have begun to sing in the cathedral.
The school is owned by the Dean and Chapter of St Paul’s Cathedral; its governing body is made up of five Canons and seven lay members, who are chaired by the Dean. St Paul's can trace its origins back to the 12th century and it existed for several centuries solely to educate the cathedral choristers. It has been co-educational since 2002.
Headteacher
Judith Fremont-Barnes
Values and vision
St Paul’s Cathedral School aims to instil a love of learning through a broad curriculum, set within a Christian community. It seeks to give each child the chance to develop intellectually, personally, socially, physically, culturally and spiritually.
The preparatory school encourages close partnerships with parents and aims to foster positive relationships, promoting the values of justice, tolerance, love, honesty, respect, service and trust.
ISI report
“Pupils’ achievements are good overall and fulfil the school’s aim of enabling children to reach their potential. They articulate their ideas confidently and coherently, demonstrate excellent reading skills, listen attentively and ask perceptive questions.”
"Their performance in numeracy is strong and they develop a good level of competence in information and communication technology (ICT). Their physical skills develop strongly through a well-balanced physical activities programme."
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