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Visiting Music Teacher Singing

Role Starting in September 2026 Variable Hours During Term Time

Apply by noon 12pm on Friday 3 July 2026

Hello! Thank you for taking an interest in our Visiting Music Teacher Singing role. Here at St Chris, we embrace the challenges of the modern world, which necessitate the asking of interesting questions.

This job pack contains more details about what this position involves, personal specifications and total reward.

Visiting Music Teacher Singing

Lesson Charges 20 minute lesson £16.26 35 minute lesson £28.45

The current rate of room hire charge is 2% per lesson

Contract
Contract for Services (self
employed)
Location
On-site, Letchworth Garden City
Hertfordshire

Life at

St Chris is an independent day and boarding school for girls and boys aged 3 to 18 located in Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire. Our School was established in 1915 and, since then, has been working to do things differently if, and only if, it makes things better for our students.

There are currently around 550 pupils on roll and 200 staff.

St Chris seeks to be a continuously developing community of children and adults working together to enable everyone to achieve their best. All are valued as individuals and encouraged to develop curiosity, competence, judgement, kindness and courage. St Chris seeks to prepare pupils for happy and fulfilled lives in the service of others.

We treat young people as individuals, encouraging them to develop into capable, imaginative, responsible people with a zest for life.

Purpose of the Role

As a Visiting Music Teacher (Singing), you will work alongside our music department to provide the highest standards of high-quality vocal instruction to students across all key stages, from beginners to advanced levels. You will support students' technical and musical development, helping them progress confidently towards their personal goals and any exam or performance requirements.

Line Management Responsibility

This role will have no line management responsibility

St Chris looks at things differently and moves forward, especially with education and community.

Paul Operations Manager

What will the Visiting Music Teacher Singing do?

Here’s an overview of the Visiting Music Teacher Singing’s responsibilities and how they will be involved in the day-today running of the school.

Key accountabilities and responsibilities of the role:

Plan and deliver engaging and effective singing lessons tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.

Teach fundamental techniques, music theory, sight-reading, and repertoire appropriate to students’ skill levels.

Inspire and motivate students to develop their musical abilities and foster a love for music.

Prepare students for performances, examinations and competitions as required.

Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to support their development.

Preparing students for the ABRSM, RSL, or Trinity graded examinations, as well as GCSE and A Level performance assessments where appropriate.

Maintain clear and timely communication, including weekly progress or practice notes, to support students and parents.

Liaise with parents and the Director of Music regarding pupil progress when necessary.

Collaborate with colleagues and participate in school events and performances.

Additional Duties

Demonstrate a continual commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

To uphold St Chris policies to protect and safeguard pupils in order to secure their health, safety and wellbeing.

Demonstrate a continual commitment to the promotion of equity, inclusion and diversity initiatives and the sharing of best practice in line with St Chris Equal Opportunities policy and procedures.

Ensure the highest degree of confidentiality and data protection of all material.

All Visiting Music Teachers have a responsibility and duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils. Visiting Music Teachers must be aware of the systems within the School which support safeguarding and must act in accordance with the School’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct Policy. Visiting Music Teachers will receive appropriate child protection training which is regularly updated.

This job description is not contractual or exhaustive but reflects the type and range of tasks, responsibilities and outcomes associated with the role. The post holder will be expected to also complete any tasks, as requested by their manager.

Qualifications, training and experience

Recognised music qualification in Singing (e.g degree, diploma, or equivalent professional accreditation).

Proven experience teaching Singing to students across a range of ages and proficiency levels

Proficiency and confidence in teaching varied musical styles

Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of ABRSM, Trinity and RSL examination requirements.

Experience in preparing students for performance and assessments.

Ability to inspire, motivate, and support students in their musical development.

Skills and abilities

Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to tailor lessons to meet individual students’ needs and learning styles.

Ability to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

Strong organisational skills, including lesson planning and management of student timetables.

Commitment to delivering consistently high standards of drum instruction.

Strong knowledge of music theory.

C Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in music education.

Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the school and pupil timetables.

• Commitment to promoting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

A Brief History of St Chris

St. Chris Established

St Christopher School (then
known as the ‘Garden City
Theosophical School’) was
established in 1915 by headmaster,
Dr. Armstrong Smith, ready for a
new style of education.

Initial Meeting of the School Council

The Council consisted of 32 students and staff and met on a fortnightly basis to discuss and legislate on school matters. From December 1920, decisions made by the Council were later ratified by a meeting of the whole school.

Abolishing Uniform

Following a protest in the school magazine, the School Council discusses abolishing school uniforms for boys. The motion is, eventually, passed but no action is taken. During the war, clothing rationing and difficulties for parents meant that uniform was relaxed in 1938.

Swimming Pool Built

Parents contribute an initial £600 towards building the school swimming pool and pupils aim to raise £1000 themselves in 1961. The community pulls together to remove topsoil, excavate and build the pool. By 1968, the pool and changing rooms were completed.

Theatre and Sports Hall Open

A drama festival of eight plays marks the opening in 1982. Over the next decade, the enthusiasm of pupils allowed an average of five school productions each year, ranging from Twelfth Night and Three Sisters to Blood Wedding and Accrington Paris.

Present Day

Today, St Chris is a vibrant,
thriving community working
together. We believe in the
benefits of an informal approach
underpinned by the belief that all
voices, from the youngest member
of the nursery to the chair of
governors, should be listened to
and treated respectfully.

t’s work together.

Piqued your interest? We thought so.

At St Chris, we do things differently to benefit our young people and community. Looking for a new challenge? Looking to have an impact? Searching for a job that gets you thinking?

Apply for this role at www.stchris.co.uk/work-for-us

How to apply

To apply, please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk. If you would like a conversation regarding this opportunity, please contact Ann-Marie Knight, Director of Music (Senior School) at 01462 650850.

Please also complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form which will be immediately detached from your application.

St Chris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

St Chris is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applicants from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability or age.

The closing date for applications for this role is noon, 12pm on Friday 3 July 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 8 July 2026.