Part-Time (3 Days per Week) | Faringdon, Oxfordshire | September 2026
Simply Education is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a prestigious independent school in Faringdon, Oxfordshire, for an inspiring and enthusiastic Music Teacher.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded independent school with a thriving Music Department. Working three days per week (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday), you'll teach Music across the Middle, Upper and Senior School while contributing to an extensive programme of concerts, performances and extracurricular music.
This is a fixed-term contract for one academic year, starting in September 2026.
About the School
This successful independent school is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and exceptional opportunities in music, sport and the arts. Music is at the heart of school life, with pupils regularly participating in concerts, productions, choirs and instrumental ensembles.
The successful candidate will become part of a supportive and ambitious Music Department where creativity, collaboration and high standards are encouraged.
The Role
As Music Teacher, you will:
Teach engaging Music lessons across Middle, Upper and Senior School.
Work 3 days per week - Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
Inspire pupils of all abilities through creative and engaging teaching.
Accompany rehearsals, concerts and performances where required.
Support pupils preparing for performances and external music examinations.
Contribute to the school's rich extracurricular music programme.
Work closely with the Director of Music and visiting instrumental teachers.
The Ideal Candidate
You will have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
Experience teaching Music within a secondary or independent school.
Excellent classroom management skills.
Strong piano and accompanying skills are highly desirable.
A passion for music education and performance.
The ability to inspire and motivate young musicians.
A collaborative and enthusiastic approach.
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work in a prestigious independent school.
Supportive leadership and a welcoming Music Department.
Excellent facilities and resources.
Competitive salary dependent on experience.
Dedicated support from Simply Education throughout the recruitment process.
Apply Today
If you're an enthusiastic Music Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity within an independent school in Faringdon, Oxfordshire, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or contact Spencer at Simply Education for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£150.00 - £295.00 per day