Peripatetic Tutor

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits .

We are seeking two enthusiastic, inspiring, and well-qualified Peripatetic Music Tutors to join our outstanding Music Department as soon as possible. We are specifically looking for tutors specialising in Strings & Woodwind to teach individual students and small groups across a range of abilities. Hours are flexible and dependent on student demand.

We would expect the successful applicant to contribute to the life of the Academy through the delivery of concerts and extra-curricular activities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the candidate to become part of a collaborative and successful creative arts team to ensure that students enjoy a challenging, dynamic, and rewarding curriculum.

This is a self-employed role where you will be responsible for issuing your own invoices and communicating directly with students' parents.

We deem this to be a great position on the basis that:

• We offer a vibrant and committed Creative Arts Department, passionate about the arts and dedicated to supporting students throughout their learning experience and securing the best possible outcomes for them.

• We offer pupils the very best in learning opportunities by delivering high-quality teaching via our bespoke curriculum, alongside inspiring extracurricular opportunities in our cultural capital provision.

Key responsibilities, as outlined in the , include;

• To teach as requested in both group and individual settings.

• To support/direct ensembles as directed by the Director of Creative Arts.

• To teach students to gain musical knowledge and skills through learning in lessons and through the experience of group music making.

• To foster the self-discipline and social skills necessary for music making.

• To enrich the education of each student through the provision of appropriate musical experiences and to provide skills that will serve the student for future music-making, be it for leisure or professional purposes.

• To inspire a lifelong love and enjoyment of music.

Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): View email address on tes.com / View phone number on tes.com .

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here , which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role involves regulated activity relevant to children, and it is a criminal offence for anyone barred from engaging in regulated activity with children to apply for this position.

We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates, and you can read more about our approach on our Careers site . All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role, regardless of any protected characteristics, which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices, and not discriminating on any grounds.