Vacancy: Peripatetic Teacher of Guitar (self-employed)
Required for: September 2026
We are seeking to appoint an excellent Guitar Teacher to join our warm and vibrant Music Department at our Highclare Senior School. The expectation is 2 hours teaching per week, with the potential to increase, to perform demos and run guitar ensembles to recruit new students.
Highclare School is a well-established independent day school delivering an outstanding education in a caring and inclusive environment, for pupils aged 2 to 18 years. We aim to nurture and inspire, igniting pupils’ interests throughout their entire school life, so they become well-rounded, confident, and enthusiastic young people, both now and in the future.
Willingness to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school is essential.
The successful candidate will be self-employed and responsible for the billing costs and communication with parents regarding lessons.
Please note – This role is currently based at Highclare Senior School. Any reference to the Prep School in the Job Description is not applicable for this role.
Closing date: Friday 5 June 2026.
Interview date: TBC
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process.
How to apply: Applicants are required to complete the Highclare School application form and provide a short covering letter detailing your suitability for the role. Completed application forms should be returned by email to HR@highclareschool.co.uk. CVs will not be accepted.
Highclare School is committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we are part of. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, age or disability. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including referencing checks and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).