Visiting Music Teacher - Brass

Contract Type: Self-Employed

Salary: Self-employed basis, teaching individual lessons

Closing Date: 30 June 2026

About the Role

Edgeborough School is seeking a highly motivated and inspiring Visiting Music Teacher (Brass) to join our vibrant and thriving Music Department. This is a self-employed position focused on delivering individual brass lessons with the possibility of leading brass ensemble sessions. This role offers a significant opportunity to inspire pupils aged 2 to 13 through high-quality music education, contributing to the dynamic extracurricular life of the school.

As part of our team, you will uphold the school’s inclusive ethos, fostering creativity and a love for music in a supportive environment. Edgeborough takes pride in nurturing individual potential while promoting kindness, adventure, and responsibility in all that we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engaging and tailored brass instrument lessons to pupils of all abilities, including beginners and up to Grade 8 standard.

• Inspire pupils to achieve their musical potential and prepare them for concerts, examinations (in-person and digital), and other performance opportunities.

• Maintain a professional and enthusiastic rapport with pupils, parents, and colleagues, ensuring excellent communication.

• Plan and assess lessons, regularly reporting on pupils’ progress.

• Manage and maintain the school’s stock of brass instruments.

• Uphold and promote the values and policies of Edgeborough School.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a brass performer and teacher, capable of inspiring pupils across a range of ages and abilities.

• Prior teaching experience and excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

• Competent IT skills to support lesson planning and reporting.

• Ability to foster strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

• Desirable qualities include piano skills for accompaniment, experience working in a school environment, and the ability to arrange music for brass ensembles.

• Evidence of ongoing professional development is advantageous.

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a thriving and supportive Music Department within one of Surrey’s leading independent Prep schools.

• Access to a vibrant school community that values kindness, adventure, and responsibility.

• A chance to inspire the next generation of musicians and contribute to the creative life of the school.

• Flexible, self-employed arrangement allowing autonomy in teaching.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted through the Edgeborough School website (https://www.edgeborough.co.uk/work-for-us/). Please complete the online application form and upload your most recent CV. Early applications are warmly encouraged, and bespoke interviews may be scheduled in advance of the closing date. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Holly Cowan, the Director of Music, at hcowan@edgeborough.co.uk.

Safer Recruitment Statement

Edgeborough School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.