Teacher of Singing (Fixed-Term)

About the job

Peripatetic Teacher of Singing

Fixed-Term, Part-Time (Maternity Cover)

Required for September 2025 to April 2026

Applications will be considered for interview, upon receipt.

The Peterborough School is seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspiring Teacher of Singing to contribute to the School's thriving vocal and choral tradition across both our Preparatory and Senior School. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain and enhance the high standards of music tuition and musical activity on offer at The Peterborough School, teaching singing from beginner to advanced level across a wide variety of styles and genres.

Music is a key strength of the School, with a wide range of opportunities for singers. There is a Chapel Choir and a Glee Club, plus numerous bands. Each year, the Chapel Choir performs several times in venues such as Peterborough Cathedral and St John’s Church, in addition to weekly anthems in the school chapel and our recent tour to Tuscany. Singing pupils take leading roles in the Musical Theatre Production, compete for the Music Festival Young Singer of the Year award, and for their Houses in Battle of the Bands. 

We pride ourselves on the quality of our individual music teaching, with over 100 individual lessons offered weekly. Pupils sit Associated Board, MTB and Trinity examinations each term, with the majority achieving merits or distinctions. The department has an excellent academic record at GCSE and A Level. Individual Music Teachers coordinate closely with the Head of Music in preparing pupils for Music GCSE and A Level performances.

The Music Department enjoys the use of a number of practice rooms and a classroom containing a full suite of computers and midi keyboards. The school chapel provides a wonderful setting for solo concerts and exams, whilst the grand piano and sound system in the Hall support larger scale performances.

The Peterborough School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers 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 Barring Service (DBS).

Job Description

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.
• To teach singing across the range of pupils in the Preparatory and Senior School, as directed by the Head of Music.
• To monitor, record and report on pupils’ progress in a concise and literate manner.
• To assist with relevant school groups as reasonable and appropriate
• To attend and take part in concerts and festival performances as required.
• To promote the work of the Music Department and the work of The Peterborough School in a positive way to schools, parents and teachers.
• To attend INSET training days, staff briefings and meetings as required.
• To meet deadlines including completing invoices for services rendered on a half termly basis or monthly basis as required which are supported by relevant attendance records.
• Produce termly timetables for all pupils.
• Produce a music report on each child’s progress twice a year as directed by the Director Music.
• Attend and conduct a parent/teacher meeting at the Instrumental Teacher Parent consultation evening.
• To undertake other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time.
• To teach a minimum of 30 lessons per academic year for each pupil.

It is important to note that this job description is a guide to the work you will be required to perform. This job description will be reviewed at least once each year. It may be subject to modification or amendment at any time, after consultation with the holder of the post.   You may also be required to undertake such other comparable duties as the Headmaster requires from time to time.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications and experience to teach singing to Grade 8 Level
• Good Honours Degree of Performance Diploma in a related discipline

Desirable

• Qualifications and experience to teach singing to Diploma Level
• Qualifications to teach another musical instrument
• PGCE
• Second Degree of additional qualifications

Experience

Essential

• A proven track record of achieving excellent results
• Evidence of successful teaching of singing

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Expertise in teaching vocal technique
• Ability to play the piano to a high standard
• Knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning styles
• Excellent communication skills
• An ability to generate self confidence in pupils

Desirable

• Knowledge of how to make learning accessible and enjoyable for the most able and those with learning difficulties
• Excellent ICT skills

Personal Competencies and Qualities

Essential

• A passion for music
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Ability to manage time demands and ensure deadlines are met
• A willingness to contribute to the School's ethos
• A willingness to contribute to the School's extra-curricular programme
• Can show enthusiasm, tenacity and resilience with the ability to work under pressure, while maintaining a sense of humour

Desirable

• A commitment to continuous professional development and training