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Pay: £32.24 per hour

Job Description:

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We are seeking a dedicated Piano and Singing Teacher to teach 1-2-1 lessons in a Secondary school in Crawley from January 2026. In this role, you will contribute to our mission of providing accessible, high-quality music lessons that inspire and develop students with a range of backgrounds and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate instrumental lessons in schools and to private pupils at agreed locations.

• Plan enjoyable lessons that meet pupils’ musical targets and interests.

• Prepare pupils for graded exams, performances, and assessments where appropriate.

• Keep accurate records of lesson plans, pupil progress, registers of attendance, and reports for schools and the company.

• Communicate professionally and promptly with pupils, parents or guardians, and school contacts.

• Attend staff meetings, training, school events, and CPD sessions as required.

• When teaching hours fall short of the agreed minimum, undertake other reasonable duties for the company as requested by the manager, including administrative tasks, outreach, marketing support, cover teaching, or running workshops.

• Maintain professional conduct, confidentiality, and safeguarding standards at all times.

• Qualifications

• Music degree or equivalent, or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Grade 8 minimum in principle instrument

• Person Specification

• Exceptional teacher

• Experience of teaching instruments in schools

• Ability to work alone and as part of a team

• Excellent communication skills and reliability.

• Technical Skills: Literate in Microsoft Office applications.

• Equipment: Must have own tablet or laptop for planning, record-keeping, and communication.

• Checks: Subject to full DBS and background checks before appointment.

• Availability: Willingness to work at least one full day per week with Sussex Music School; flexibility to travel between schools and private pupil locations across Sussex.

If you are passionate about nurturing musical talent and want to make a meaningful impact through teaching, we invite you to bring your enthusiasm and expertise to Sussex Music School. Join us in creating inspiring musical journeys for our students. Please submit a CV and cover letter detailing your instrument specialism, teaching experience, qualification evidence, and availability. Interviews will include discussion of minimum hours and working pattern

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension

• Employee discount

• Health & wellbeing programme

• Sick pay

Work Location: In person