Visiting Music Teacher - Bassoon

Overview

Croydon High School is seeking an outstanding and inspirational Bassoon Visiting Music Teacher to join our thriving Music Department. You will deliver weekly 30‑minute one‑to‑one lessons to pupils across the Junior and Senior Schools (Years 2‑13), teaching from beginner level through to diploma standard. Music is central to school life, with approximately one‑third of pupils taking instrumental lessons and achieving excellent outcomes at GCSE and A Level.

Alongside individual tuition, there may be opportunities to coach ensembles, support orchestral rehearsals, prepare pupils for ABRSM examinations and contribute to concerts and performances. This is an exciting opportunity to nurture confident, ambitious young musicians within a well‑resourced department that includes a recital room with grand pianos, ten practice rooms and a strong team of Visiting Music Teachers.

• Deliver weekly 30‑minute one‑to‑one lessons to pupils across Junior and Senior Schools (Years 2‑13), teaching from beginner level through to diploma standard.
• Coach ensembles, support orchestral rehearsals, prepare pupils for ABRSM examinations and contribute to concerts and performances.

• Highly skilled musician, qualified to degree or diploma level in Music.
• Capable of performing and teaching to a high standard; organised, personable and inspiring.
• Experience teaching across a wide age and ability range.
• Committed to safeguarding and professional excellence.
• Registered as self‑employed and hold (or be willing to obtain) a DBS Update Service subscription.

Strong team of Visiting Music Teachers, a recital room with grand pianos, ten practice rooms and a welcoming, culturally diverse environment.

The closing date for applications is 12.00pm noon, Monday 2 March 2026. Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing Monday 9 March 2026. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.