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Piano Teacher

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Role Introduction

Eton College is seeking to appoint an experienced and talented Piano Teacher to start in September 2021, subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Eton has a vibrant keyboard department with over 300 pupils studying the piano, from beginners to numerous Associate and Licentiate diploma candidates every year.  An ability to inspire and challenge across this range is important, encouraging technical and music development and preparing pupils for concerts, exams, and competitions (internal and external) as appropriate and attend concerts in which your pupils perform (when possible). Accompanying to all levels will be required on specific dates throughout the term, to be confirmed on appointment. This will include rehearsing and performing with pupils in concerts, competitions, exams and auditions. Teachers are expected to conform to the administrative and reporting procedures of the school and to be supportive of the activities of the department.

This is a fixed-term position providing maternity cover until the current post holder returns to work after maternity leave and is due to start September 2021. The College are unable to guarantee exactly how long the contract will continue for, however, this is unlikely to be any later than April 2022. 

Please note that we plan to hold virtual first stage interviews on 28 May 2021, and in person final stage interviews on 8 June 2021. 

Main Duties

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • To teach pianio across the 13-18 age range;
  • Prepare pupils for concerts, exams, and competitions (internal and external) as appropriate.
  • Accompanying in rehearsals, concerts, competitions, exams and auditions. Specific dates will be required (including 5 Sundays during the fixed-term period) for performances at the school;
  • Encourage technical and musical development;
  • To monitor, record and report on pupils’ progress;
  • To meet all administrative deadlines;
  • To attend concerts in which your pupils perform (when possible).

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role, the incumbent should:

  • Have previous experience of teaching 13-18 year old pupils;
  • Be an outstanding pianist with thorough knowledge of the solo repertoire;
  • Experience in preparing students for grade exams and diplomas;
  • Experience of professional performing;
  • Be an outstanding accompanist and coach, rehearsing and performing with pupils of all abilities;
  • Be a ‘team’ player with ability to work flexibly as part of a diverse team;
  • Have exemplary written communication skills;
  • Have excellent organisational and IT skills;
  • Have excellent oral communication skills, especially in relation to staff, students and parents;
  • Be positive, enthusiastic, flexible with a pro-active ‘can do’ attitude;
  • Have the ability to adapt to changing situations;
  • Have the ability to work evenings and weekends by arrangement;
  • Show a proven commitment to professional development.
  • Commitment to equality, diversity & inclusion;
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

They may also have:

  • Relevant music degree/diploma or equivalent qualifications;
  • A diploma/professional teaching qualification or evidence of some pedagogical studies;
  • Experience in preparing students for conservatoire entry and external competitions;

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, free eyecare vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

About the College

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that values and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

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