PERIPATETIC MUSIC TEACHER
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Southsea, PO4 0DL |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Priory School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Peripatetic Music Teacher to join our thriving Music Department.
We are particularly interested in applicants with experience teaching strings and woodwind instruments. Experience in teaching singing and piano would also be desirable, although this is not essential.
The successful candidate will:
• Have experience teaching music to students aged 11–16.
• Be confident teaching both individual pupils and small groups.
• Inspire and nurture young musicians, encouraging them to develop their skills and confidence.
• Support students in preparing for performances at school events, concerts and recitals.
• Have a genuine enthusiasm for music education and a commitment to helping young people achieve their potential.
What the school offers its staff
Priory School has a vibrant and successful Music Department, based in Southsea, Portsmouth, with a strong tradition of live performance and musical celebration. We currently have a number of students waiting to begin lessons, alongside opportunities to lead after-school music clubs.
Priory School is a mixed 11-16 School with around 1240 students on roll situated in the heart of Southsea. Our pupils come from a very wide range of backgrounds and our community is truly comprehensive, harmonious and dynamic. Priory School is proud to be part of the Bohunt Education Trust.
Applicants will be asked to complete the Equal Opportunities Google Form which will be forwarded on receipt of application. This will enable us to promote equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. Without the data we cannot measure the impact of any steps we take to eliminate inequality. This form will not be shared with the selection panel and only be used for monitoring purposes. Please note we do not accept CV’s.
Further details about the role
Completed application forms should be sent to recruitment@priorysouthsea.org
Closing Date: Friday 16 October 2026
Interview Date: Week Commencing 19 October 2026
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.