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Teacher of Piano (Peripatetic) - Part-time

Bronte School, Gravesend

  • Ref:KCC886-6026-66T
  • Posted:16/09/2022
  • Pay:Bronte School Pay Scale
  • Start Date:January 2023
  • App Close Date:29/09/2022 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Week beginning 10th October 2022

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Teacher of Piano (peripatetic)

Required January 2023 or earlier

The role primarily encompasses normal peripatetic instrumental teaching. Liaising with the Head of Music, peripatetic staff should support their pupils at concerts, and prepare them as needed for Associated Board or other board examinations. These areas attract an hourly rate of pay. Good communication with parents is expected about progress, practice etc, as well as (paid) attendance at parents’ evenings and the writing of reports.

The School would also welcome availability for playing and performance, for example accompaniment to choirs, soloists or ensembles at concerts or major school events, and at some assemblies or hymn practices. These would be also be paid on the basis of an hourly rate.

Fees and Payments. Peripatetic music teachers receive a percentage (85%) of the invoiced income from lessons taught. The hourly rate for the work other than instrumental teaching, described above, is currently £30.

The role reports to the Head of Music, with whom there should be regular liaison. Administrative planning and time-tabling of music lessons is undertaken by the Office Manager, in liaison with the Head of Music and the peripatetic staff. Holidays must be taken during school holidays.

Applications, comprising a brief covering letter and a completed application form, should be sent, by Thursday 29th September 2022, to the Bursar, Miss Susan Allison (susan.allison@bronteschool.co.uk, from whom the application pack is available. All applications will be acknowledged.

 Interviews are planned to take place during the week 10th - 14th October. There will be an opportunity for short-listed candidates to visit the School beforehand. Anyone who is giving serious consideration to an application is welcome to have a call with the Headmistress, Mrs Emma Wood. This should be arranged through the School Office Manager. Mrs Nicky Mason (nicky.mason@bronteschool.co.uk, 01474 533805).

is expected that those being asked for interview will be informed by Monday 3rd October.

Bronte School is an equal opportunities employer. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate for this post will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Information about the school

Bronte School is an independent ISI accredited co-educational preparatory school for children aged 3 to 11, located in the center of Gravesend.

The school seeks to provide high quality education, within a balanced curriculum, which nurtures development and provides the challenges needed for growth. The twin pillars of being a family school and of upholding excellence in academic life underpin the school’s ethos.

At the heart of our school is a vibrant curriculum supported by a dedicated management team that focuses on the growth of every child. We believe that true education requires both depth and variety; that’s why creative arts, sports, and humanities sit proudly alongside rigorous study in English, mathematics, and science.

The school has a Christian character and tradition, and welcomes families and staff from any background, ethnicity or religion. All within the school community are encouraged to strive to treat others as they would wish to be treated themselves.

A fundamental part of Bronte’s mission is to prepare children for their first-choice senior schools, which we have seen tremendous success in. Many of Bronte's children go to highly selective grammar schools or onto leading independent schools often with scholarships.

Bronte is a small school, of around 160 pupils, in a single class entry, with maximum class sizes of 20 pupils. The teachers are dedicated, professional and caring, and they get to know the children very well. This is a central part of the school’s family atmosphere. Pastoral care is strong, and is seen as fundamental to the children’s success, happiness and sense of self-fulfillment.

The key factor in the successful candidate is that he or she can inspire and develop the children’s best endeavors and can promote and build their education in its fullest sense.

Bronte is a privately owned school under the governance of Proprietor Fenella Clements. Alongside Headmistress Emma Wood and a dedicated Advisory Board, the leadership team ensures the highest standards of school oversight and support.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.