Visiting Music Teacher (Drums)

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Hours

Casual

Working Weeks

Term-time only

Start Date

1st September 2026

Application Deadline

Monday, June 8, 2026

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and well qualified Visiting Drum Teacher to play a key role teaching our Drum pupils across the full ability range, from beginner right the way through to grade 8 and beyond.

The successful candidate will inspire beginners and build up confidence in teenagers to learn Drums for the first time.

They will also work with the most ambitious of music scholars in the school, entering pupils for exams and performances and preparing pieces as appropriate.

Visiting Music Teachers normally teach on the same day(s) each week, but there is the possibility of some flexibility, if necessary.

The ideal candidate will have a good level of education, including GCSEs and A-Levels (or equivalent), together with a degree in Music, alongside an understanding of the ABRSM, Trinity College London and/or RockSchool syllabuses.

Experience with a wide range of musical styles and repertoire, including contemporary and popular music, is equally important.

The closing date for applications is Monday 8^thJune 2026 at 9am, with interviews taking place in the week commencing 15^thJune 2026.

Why work at St Edward's?

In return the school offers an attractive benefits package including:

• A friendly and inclusive working environment
• Free meals
• Free Nuffield Health Gym membership
• Free on-site car parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Eligibility to join the St Edward's teachers APTIS pension scheme

St Edward’s does not accept applications from recruitment agencies.St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.St Edward’s School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.Registered Charity No: 309681

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