Percussion teacher

Our client are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Percussion Teacher to join their vibrant Music Department from September 2025. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality individual tuition across a range of percussion instruments, including tuned and untuned percussion, and support ensemble work where appropriate. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one percussion tuition to pupils of varying ages and abilities • Prepare pupils for ABRSM, Trinity, or Rockschool exams as appropriate • Support and lead percussion ensembles or sectionals as required • Contribute to concerts, recitals, and school events • Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and lesson planning • Liaise with the Director of Music regarding pupil progress and scheduling • Encourage a love of music and performance in all students Person Specification Essential: • Proven experience teaching percussion to young musicians • Proficiency in a wide range of percussion instruments • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to inspire and motivate students • Flexibility and reliability Desirable: • Experience working in an independent school setting • Familiarity with ensemble direction or orchestral playing • Willingness to contribute to the wider musical life of the school • Additional Information • This is a self-employed position; teachers invoice the school directly • Lessons are typically 30 minutes in duration, scheduled during the school day • The role may include ensemble coaching or concert participation outside of normal hours Safeguarding Responsibilities • Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons with whom you come into contact; and • Reporting any safeguarding concerns, including low level concerns, to the Designated Safeguarding Lead or their Deputy in a timely manner. • This post involves significant contact with children and the post holder will be responsible for children. The post holder will be considered to be in regulated activity. Hours and Benefits • This is a part-time post working term time 34 weeks. • Contributory pension scheme with APTIS (successful candidates will be auto enrolled after successfully completing 3 months service). • Fee concessions. • Free meals during periods of duty, including daily lunches in boarding houses with other staff and pupils. • Generous membership terms (family and personal) for the College Sports Facility. • Free on-site parking • Cycle-to-Work scheme. • Personal Accident Insurance cover. Application Process The closing date for this vacancy is Monday 14th July. You may also have experience in the following: Percussion teacher, Drum teacher, Percussion tutor, Music teacher, Instrumental teacher, Part-time music teacher, Independent school music teacher, Music performance coaching, Percussion tuition, One-to-one percussion lessons, Music education REF-222 453

Location: Worcestershire, GB

Posted Date: 7/10/2025