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Peripatetic Guitar Teacher

Employer
St Edward's Prep School & Nursery
Location
Reading, Berkshire
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Casual
Salary
TBC
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
10th April 2026 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Job ID
1539659
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
  • Contract Type :Fixed term contract
  • Job ID: 1539659

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Peripatetic Guitar Teacher to work with pupils on a one-to-one basis during the school day. The successful applicant will support pupils’ musical development in a positive, encouraging and structured way that aligns with the ethos and expectations of the school. 

St Edward's Prep School and Nursery is a friendly, welcoming school with a passion for discovery. We provide children aged 2 to 11 with an exciting, future-ready curriculum and excellent teachers who give them a lifelong love for learning and challenge them to be the very best they can be.

Hours, Salary & Benefits:

Hours: Variable – dependent on pupil uptake (current pupil list available)

Self-employed / peripatetic

Benefits:

  • 5% employer pension when threshold met
  • Access to the group's counselling scheme

Start Date: March/April 26

The Role:

  • Deliver engaging individual guitar lessons to pupils across the school 
  • Plan and adapt lessons to suit pupils of varying ages and abilities 
  • Promote strong musical progress, enjoyment and confidence 
  • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents 
  • Communicate effectively with parents, including the provision of reports where appropriate 
  • Maintain high expectations for behaviour, professionalism and conduct, in line with school expectations 

Person Specification:

  • Be an accomplished guitarist with experience teaching children 
  • Have a positive, patient and encouraging teaching style 
  • Be reliable, organised and professional 
  • Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children 

Although this is a peripatetic, self-employed role, the school requires all applicants to undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks. 


Please see candidate pack attached for full job description


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Safeguarding Statement:

St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.
St Edward's Prep School & Nursery

St Edward's Prep School & Nursery

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