Visiting Music Teacher of Oboe

About the job

The Portsmouth Grammar School is a leading co-educational school located in the historic heart of Portsmouth.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring oboe teacher to join our team of talented and dedicated instrumental teachers and teach 1:1 lessons.

There is initially a requirement for 1 hour of teaching each week, but we are very keen to expand this. There is also the possibility for some ad-hoc coaching work with our music ensembles and masterclass work with other musicians from the department. Teaching is currently required in both the Senior Department and Junior Department from beginner to advanced level. There would be scope for work in the Junior Department as part of our Wind Scheme. 

Genuine enthusiasm for enabling each individual pupil to achieve their potential (at all levels) is essential.

1:1 lessons also support a variety of groups and ensembles, organized by the Music Department.

Instrumental teachers are self-employed and sign a consultancy agreement with the school.

There is an expectation that Visiting Music Teachers at PGS attend INSET (Professional Development Day) training, for example, in Safeguarding, GDPR and Health and Safety and other essential training as scheduled at other times throughout the year.

The start date will be 17th April 2023.

How to apply: 

Candidates may apply through our school website or alternatively by using the online form linked to this advert on www.tes.com

The closing date is noon Tuesday 7th March 2023 and interviews will be scheduled to take place on the school site as soon as possible thereafter and will include an observed lesson. Early application is advised as the school may contact suitably qualified early applicants and invite them to interview prior to the closing date.

Provisional interview dates are 9th and 10th March 2023.

Informal enquiries to the Director of Music, Mr Gareth Hemmings, are welcome at g.hemmings@pgs.org.uk

Any other enquires about the role or how to apply are welcome at hr@pgs.org.uk