9 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    4 September 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    26 August 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher or lecturer

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Subject

Music

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Casual

Full time equivalent salary

£36.16 Hourly

Peripatetic Music Teacher (Piano and Guitar) job summary

Peripatetic Music Teacher - Piano and Guitar - Required for September 2026

This role is engaged on a casual zero hours basis. Current demand is approximately thought to be 5 to 6 hours per week, although this may increase or decrease depending on student demand and the school's operational needs.

There is no guarantee of a minimum of hours and hours may vary throughout the academic year.

The Role:

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Peripatetic Music Teacher (Piano and Guitar) to support students in developing their instrumental skills and musical confidence.

This is a casual zero-hours position, with work offered according to student demand. The successful candidate will provide individual tuition to students across a range of ages and abilities.

The role would suit an experienced instrumental teacher who is able to teach both piano and guitar and who can engage, motivate and inspire young musicians.

You will normally have either several years’ experience in classroom teaching with a suitable higher-level qualification and some instrumental specialism or be an instrumental specialist with a music degree and be able to perform at an equivalent standard on your main instrument.

What we are looking for:

If you’re someone with specialist knowledge in piano and guitar and you’re passionate about nurturing young talent, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for a reliable and motivational individual who can demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills who can engage and motivate students with a wide repertoire of music.

You will be passionate about music and demonstrate creativity and enthusiasm in the way you teach. Experience working with young people is desirable.

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • An accomplished pianist and guitarist with the ability to inspire and motivate young musicians
  • Experienced in teaching children and young people across a range of abilities
  • Able to communicate effectively with students and colleagues
  • Well organised and able to manage lesson timetables, attendance records and student progress
  • Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond to changing student demand
  • Reliable, professional and capable of working independently
  • Confident using basic ICT systems to support communication and administration
  • Passionate about music and committed to helping students develop their confidence and skills
  • Professional and discreet, with a strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare
  • A team player with a positive, enthusiastic and can-do approach

What we offer:

  • A supportive and welcoming school
  • Friendly, enthusiastic and highly committed colleagues
  • A strong commitment to professional development and career progression
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Electric vehicle charging points
  • A cycle to work scheme
  • A school set within fantastic grounds on the edge of the New Forest

    Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to appoint someone sooner than the published deadline if we identify a suitable candidate. You are therefore encouraged to apply for the role as soon as possible.

    Further information about the job

    The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
    Visas cannot be sponsored.
    If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

    Commitment to safeguarding

    The Burgate School & Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Any offer of a post will be conditional subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as all other relevant safeguarding/pre-employment checks including the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance.

    Applying for the job

    This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

    CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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    About The Burgate School and Sixth Form

    Organisation type
    Academy, ages 11 to 18
    Education phase
    Secondary school
    Size
    1073 pupils enrolled
    Age range
    11 to 18
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    Website
    The Burgate School and Sixth Form website
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    The Burgate School and Sixth Form converted to a Single Academy Trust in May 2011. We are a popular, Hampshire school, situated in expansive grounds on the outskirts of Fordingbridge in Hampshire, providing high quality comprehensive education for children aged between 11 and 18. We enjoy an excellent reputation within the local community for our high standards.

    We offer a broad curriculum covering a wide range of subjects at GCSE and A Level which are delivered by a highly qualified and caring team of professional teachers and support staff who are committed to offering the highest quality of education to the students alongside a creative approach to learning that inspires curiosity, builds collaboration, helps develop resilience and encourages flexibility of thought.

    Our school vision is that we want every child to enjoy their learning and feel valued for who they are. We believe that Every Burgate Child Matters and we recognise all of our students as individuals, encouraging each to reach their full potential. We have high aspirations for every student and are committed to raising standards of achievement and nurturing a culture of high expectations to drive success for each student in a safe, supportive and friendly environment. We want to support our students in becoming independent learners, as well as confident and responsible young people thereby achieving our motto of Learning for Life.

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