Peripatetic Music Teacher

Grade: Music scale 1 -6 £24.42-£36.63 per hour Casual Closing Date: 31/12/2026 Directorate: Children's Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: Dependent on experience - in the range of £23.75-£35.64 per hour Contract Type: Casual Working hours per week: Various Application Deadline: 31/12/2026 Proposed Interview Date: TBC Reference: 2358 About Us: Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. About the role: Waltham Forest Music Service (WFMS) is looking for enthusiastic and experienced instrumental/vocal tutors to work in schools and other settings delivering class, group and individual tuition. Class teaching experience is not compulsory but a willingness to develop in this area is required. We are looking to appoint someone who can be flexible in delivery and is keen to be involved in a variety of exciting music programmes within the borough. WFMS is committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people from underrepresented groups including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age >> Click here to download the Role Profile << Key Responsibilities: Experience of delivering high-quality instrumental and/or vocal tuition to children and young people. Experience teaching individuals, small groups, whole classes, or ensembles in a school or community music setting. Experience planning and delivering engaging lessons that support musical progression and achievement. Experience working collaboratively with schools, colleagues, parents, and external partners. Experience maintaining accurate records, registers, reports, and administrative documentation. Knowledge and Skills Strong knowledge of music education practices and curriculum delivery within schools. Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities when working with children and young people. Ability to inspire, motivate and engage learners of different ages, abilities and backgrounds. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to build positive professional relationships with pupils, schools, parents and colleagues. Good organisational skills and ability to manage timetables, lesson schedules and administrative responsibilities effectively. Awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion principles and their application in education settings. Understanding of health and safety requirements within schools and music education environments. Qualifications and Requirements: Recognised qualification in Music, Music Education, Performance, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. Demonstrable proficiency in teaching one or more instrumental, vocal, Key Stage music, or ensemble disciplines. Evidence of continued professional development relevant to music education. Terms and conditions: The below terms and conditions apply to this role: Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; Satisfactory declaration of interest; This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults; Sati