Music Teacher

Nottingham Girls High School wishes to appoint an outstanding and entrepreneurial musician to join our thriving music department in a unique hybrid role combining instrumental teaching and ensemble leadership.

This exciting position offers the opportunity to develop a centre of excellence in saxophone and clarinet tuition while leading and inspiring our swing band and single reed ensembles.

• Is an accomplished teacher of both saxophone and clarinet.
• Has a proven ability to lead bands and ensembles to a high standard.
• Is motivated to recruit, develop and retain pupils.
• Can establish and sustain a reputation for excellence in woodwind performance.
• Brings energy, creativity and strong organisational skills.
• Has the ability to arrange music and/or accompany performers (highly desirable).
• Is passionate about developing young musicians through both individual tuition and ensemble performance.

• Lead and direct our swing band and single reed ensemble.
• Rehearse and prepare ensembles for performances and school events.
• Currently approximately 4–5 hours per week, term-time only.
• Opportunity for the role to expand in line with pupil demand and programme growth.

• Develop and grow a private teaching practice in saxophone and clarinet.
• Deliver three blocks of ten weeks' tuition across the academic year.
• Build and maintain pupil numbers through active recruitment and promotion.
• Inspire pupils of all abilities and foster a culture of musical excellence.

• The opportunity to shape and grow a flourishing saxophone and clarinet programme.
• The chance to work with enthusiastic young musicians in a supportive musical environment.
• Scope to develop additional ensembles and teaching opportunities as demand increases.
• A rewarding role with significant potential for growth and impact.

Closing date:
There is no closing date. As this is an urgent vacancy we will be interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until we find someone suitable. Please therefore apply early.