Required: Summer term
Salary: £270 for ten thirty-minute lessons each term*
Oversight: Junior School Director of Music
We are seeking to appoint an inspiring peripatetic singing teacher to join the Music Department at Putney High, teaching singing to pupils in the Junior School (Year 3 to Year 6). This is a new role, so pupils numbers will initially be small, but we expect that the number of pupils taking lessons will quickly grow.
Music provides the heartbeat to life at Putney High School; it has a wonderfully vibrant and inclusive department, and pupils are passionate about music.
The curriculum is varied and stimulating and is supported by an extensive co-curricular programme which currently includes three choirs and a wide range of instrumental ensembles. Regular performances take place throughout the school year.
The candidate will be a singing specialist with experience teaching children in the primary age range. They will be used to working in a busy school environment and will be used to adapting their teaching methods to a wide range of abilities from young beginners to potential music scholars aiming for success at the highest ABRSM grades.
Peripatetic Music staff
This is a part-time, flexible, term time self-employed agreement. Fees are paid direct by parents to the teacher.
Our singing teacher will:
• Ensure that all pupils are working at a level and pace appropriate to their ability;
• Prepare pupils for examinations and concerts as necessary;
• Liaise with parents regularly to review timetables and progress;
• Organise own timetable ensuring that lesson times rotate;
• Keep an accurate record of lessons delivered and attendance;
• Liaise with the Junior School Director of Music regarding progress and issues with any pupil in their charge;
• Be aware of and follow all School procedures regarding Child Protection and Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Risk Assessment;
• Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Junior School Director of Music
Personal Profile
• A musical qualification (music degree or certificate/diploma relevant to their main instrument);
• Dynamic, effective teaching strategies that engage all learners;
• An enthusiasm for working with children of primary age;
• The desire to work as part of a team;
• A readiness to be flexible;
• Excellent organisational skills, reliability and punctuality;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Applications
Candidates should apply by uploading a completed Self Employed Information Record Form and Covering Letter.
Closing date: Friday 20th March by 9 am.
Interview date: Wednesday 1st April 2026.
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing date if appropriate.
*Salary rates as follows:
£27 for each 30 minute lesson (Junior school pupils)
£14 for each shared lesson (Junior school pupils)
Putney High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
Putney High School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.